7 ways Stone Age people were just like modern humans
Although they lacked modern gadgets, their lives had many of the things we value today. Here are seven surprising ways in which the Stone Age people were similar to us.
They made music with handmade instruments
Stone Age humans made flutes from bird bones and mammoth ivory around 43,000 years ago. These early instruments, found in southern Germany in excavations in the summer of 2008 at the sites of Hohle Fels and Vogelherd. This suggests that music played a role in ritual, relaxation, or storytelling.
Though simple, they reveal creativity, self-expression, and a cultural life quite similar to our own love for melody and rhythm.
They designed practical, communal houses
Nine thousand years ago, Neolithic settlements featured mud-brick homes arranged in dense neighbourhoods, as seen in the chalcolithic proto-city of the settlements in Anatolia. These homes lacked front doors, entered instead through rooftop openings. Residents crossed between them and used alleys to discard waste.
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Their clean, communal living spaces are similar to early urban planning, shared responsibility, and a sense of belonging.
Stone Age women
were real powerhouses
Skeletal remains dated to around 7,000 years ago show that Stone Age women were almost as strong as modern semi-elite rowers. This suggests they did physically demanding tasks like farming, carrying water, or building shelters with men. These discoveries challenge assumptions about traditional gender roles and highlight their remarkable strength.
They renovated homes for generations
Rather than constantly moving, many Stone Age people chose to refurbish existing dwellings. Some homes were continuously used and upgraded for up to 1,000 years. This practice shows respect for place, tradition, and sustainability, values that are similar to the modern renovations and heritage preservation efforts.They went camping for adventure and resources
About 8,000 years ago, people traveled to the Cairngorms in Scotland, staying in tents by campfires for nights at a time.
Though the exact reason is unclear, hunting seems likely. This early camping resembles today's outdoor getaways today along with exploration, bonding, and resource gathering in nature's embrace.
They created nutritious, portable foods
According to history.com, Ötzi the Iceman, a 5,300-year-old mummy, carried dry-cured goat meat. This 'Stone Age bacon' shows early humans knew how to slow-cook and preserve food for travel. Just like we pack snacks while on trips today, they ensured sustenance before heading into the wild.
They loved and cared for animals
Archaeologists have found Stone Age burials in Germany where people were laid to rest alongside dogs. In some cases, the dogs were sick and had clearly been nursed by humans. This early bond between humans and furry friends reveals compassion and companionship in the early humans.
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