A ‘Lost’ Viking Graveyard Was Discovered in Norway
The archaeological site in Norway contains several burial mounds and boats that were used in Viking funerals.
The archaeological site in Norway contains several burial mounds and boats that were used in Viking funerals.
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Fearing attacks on his corpse, the Secret Service guarded Lee Harvey Oswald well into the afterlife.
More than 150 volunteers ensure that no soldier is ever buried alone.
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