During the darkest times of English history, the Tower of London turned out to be a place where magic was used to fight evil spirits. The Independent reports on the finds of the corresponding artifacts in one of the main symbols of Great Britain.
Scientists have discovered 54 artifacts in the Tower, indicating the use of magic in the fortress to fight the devil. In particular, archaeologists have found a pair of double V-symbols, two mesh patterns and a wheel-shaped symbol burned into the logs.
As experts explain, the first was used to mark the Virgin Mary, the second was used as a net to capture the devil, and the third helped the evil forces to be trapped inside the circle.
Scientists also found in the Tower a lot of cow and sheep bones, skin, broken blades, clay pipes and other devices designed to divert evil forces from the inhabitants of the fortress.
Many finds were hidden in fireplaces, where they ended up, according to archaeologists, about 300-500 years ago. This time was one of the most intense periods in English history.
In particular, the Reformation and the Civil War took place in Great Britain between the 16th and 18th centuries, accompanied by numerous witch hunts.
Many people in these times, according to scientists, felt insecure and therefore resorted to the help of magic. This also, according to experts, was facilitated by the increase in the number of printed brochures and books.
Fortress Tower is located in the center of London. The historical monument was founded in 1066 by Duke of Normandy William I the Conqueror. The fortress at different times housed a prison, a mint and a zoo. The Tower is currently a museum.
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