Archaeologists find possible first direct evidence of Hannibal's war elephants

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globalworld2/19/2026

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According to smithsonianmag.com, archaeologists Unearthed a 2,200-Year-Old Bone.

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https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-unearthed-a-2200-year-old-bone-they-say-it-could-be-the-first-direct-evidence-of-hannibals-legendary-war-elephants-180988185

2/19/2026