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Diagram of the lead and zinc mine in Broken Hill, Northern Rhodesia (now Kabwe, Zambia)
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Diagram of the lead and zinc mine in Broken Hill, Northern Rhodesia (now Kabwe, Zambia)
Diagram of the lead and zinc mine in Broken Hill, Northern Rhodesia (now Kabwe, Zambia) - the site of the discovery of a Cranium of Homo rhodesiensis, in Mutwe Wa Nsofu Area on June 17, 1921 by Tom Zwiglaar, a Swiss miner. H. rhodesiensis is now mostly considered a synonym of Homo heidelbergensis, or possibly an African subspecies of Homo heidelbergensis sensu lato. Date: 1921
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Activity Anthropology Archaeological Area Away Broken Cave Cranium Cutting Diagram Discovery Excavation Find Fossil Hominid Homo Kopje Lead Mine Miner Mining Rhodesia Rhodesian Section Skull Swiss System Tramway Zambia Zinc 1921 Heidelbergensis Lato Synonym
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1. Title: Discovering the Past: A Diagram of the Lead and Zinc Mine in Broken Hill, Northern Rhodesia (Now Kabwe, Zambia), and the Unearthing of Homo rhodesiensis This evocative diagram illustrates the complex system of a lead and zinc mine in Broken Hill, Northern Rhodesia (now Kabwe, Zambia), which played a pivotal role in an unexpected archaeological discovery in 1921. The site, located in the Mutwe Wa Nsofu Area, was a bustling hub of mining activity, with various sections, cuttings, and excavations, including the intriguing "kopje" or hill cut away at the top. On June 17, 1921, Tom Zwiglaar, a Swiss miner, made a remarkable find while working at the mine. He unearthed a broken cranium, which would later be identified as belonging to Homo rhodesiensis. This hominid fossil, now mostly considered a synonym of Homo heidelbergensis or possibly an African subspecies of Homo heidelbergensis sensu lato, provided crucial insights into early human history in Africa. The discovery of Homo rhodesiensis marked a significant milestone in anthropology and archaeology, shedding light on the Middle Stone Age and the evolution of early humans in Africa. This intriguing find serves as a reminder of the rich history hidden beneath the earth's surface and the serendipitous nature of scientific discovery. The diagram offers a glimpse into the mining operations that unintentionally led to this archaeological breakthrough. The mine's complex system of tramways, cutting, and excavation methods are depicted, emphasizing the interconnectedness of human progress and the exploration of our past.
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