Scottish archaeologist among those to discover rare Napoleonic remains
Professor Tony Pollard was one of the main archaeologists to uncover human and animal remains at the site of the Battle of Waterloo in Belgium.
A Scottish archaeologist was part of a team which has uncovered rare skeletons at the Waterloo battlefield in Belgium.
Teams have unearthed remains of humans and horses following the latest dig, which resumed this year for the first time since 2019.
Experts say the discoveries are “incredibly rare” on a Napoleonic battlefield and further excavation is under way to learn more about the remains.
“We won’t get any closer to the harsh reality of Waterloo than this.”
The remains of three amputated limbs were excavated at Mont-Saint-Jean Farm, which was the site of the Duke of Wellington’s main field hospital during the battle.
“Where they might have been quite sullen and withdrawn, they are now already mixing with others – with smiles on their faces, and interjections of humour. I can see the colour again; the recipe and the magic of Waterloo Uncovered is already unfolding.”
The team will continue its excavations until July 15, and is sure to make some ground-breaking discoveries about the events that took place at these important battlefield sites.
