Today in History: August 25

Article: Greece – Alexander the Great’s Grave?

The link below is to an article that reports on an archaeological dig in Greece that some think may be the site of Alexander the Great’s burial.

For more visit:
http://archaeologynewsnetwork.blogspot.com.au/2013/08/ancient-mound-in-greece-fuels-heady.html

Article: Jordan – Petra

The link below is to an article that reports on the threats posed to Petra in Jordan.

For more visit:
http://archaeologynewsnetwork.blogspot.com.au/2013/08/the-race-to-save-petra-from-its-own.html

Article: Lost Cities of the Maya

The link below is to an article reporting on the lost cities of the Mayans.

For more visit:
http://www.pasthorizonspr.com/index.php/archives/08/2013/finding-lost-cities-of-the-maya

Article: Australian Cattle King Sydney Kidman

The link below is to an article that takes a look at the life of Sydney Kidman, the Australian cattle king.

For more visit:
http://www.perthnow.com.au/news/national/grandpa-kid-the-cattle-king/story-fnii5yv8-1226702043599

Turkey: Archaeology – City of Ullis Found?

The link below is to an article reporting on the possible discovery of Ullis in Turkey.

For more visit:
http://archaeologynewsnetwork.blogspot.com.au/2013/08/lost-city-of-ullis-found-in-turkey.html