The Mystery of the Folkton Drums - Exploring Neolithic Britain's Enigmatic Chalk Sculptures

This video explores the enigmatic Folkton Drums, three unique chalk sculptures from Neolithic Britain that were discovered in a child's burial dating back approximately 5,000 years. Delve into the archaeological mystery surrounding these artifacts and a newly discovered carved chalk cylinder from another nearby child burial. Learn about the possible meanings behind the carvings, their potential purposes, their creators, and what these artifacts reveal about prehistoric Britain. The presentation examines the discovery process, dating techniques, stone carving traditions in Neolithic Britain, related artifacts like the Lavant Drum and Burton Agnes Drum, the cultural context of Late Neolithic Britain, and theories about these objects possibly serving as measuring devices. Explore the captivating story of these mysterious chalk sculptures and their significance in understanding ancient British civilization.