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The Mystery of the Bog Bodies of Northern Europe

The Mystery of the Bog Bodies of Northern Europe

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For centuries, the wetlands of Northern Europe have yielded a chilling discovery: perfectly preserved human bodies, trapped in time by the peat bogs. Who were these people, and why did they meet such strange ends? In this episode of 5 Minute Mysteries, we dive deep into the world of the bog bodies — their secrets, their stories, and the enduring mystery they leave behind.

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