Discovery of a 300,000-Year-Old Giant Handaxe Sheds Light on Ice Age Technology

The remarkable size of these handaxes were likely impractical in daily use, perhaps they served a purpose beyond mere practicality, possibly carrying a more symbolic or abstract significance

In the ever-evolving landscape of archaeological discoveries, each new find has the potential to reshape our understanding of the past. Such is the case with the recent unearthing¹ of a remarkable artifact—a 300,000-year-old giant handaxe—at a rare Ice Age site. This discovery offers a tantalizing glimpse into the technological prowess of our ancient anc…