New archaeological discoveries at the Battle of Grunwald field include medieval artifacts, offering fresh insights into the historic 1410 conflict.
International archaeological research on the fields of the Battle of Grunwald has concluded, yielding intriguing new findings. This year’s focus was on locating the Polish-Lithuanian military camp, with 70 participants from various countries, including Denmark and Norway, joining the search. Despite the lack of conclusive evidence about the camp’s location, the research expanded knowledge of the 1410 battle.
Key Findings and Artifacts
The discoveries included a crossbow bolt, spurs, fragments of chainmail, and possibly a piece of a gauntlet. These artifacts, unearthed with metal detectors, add to the growing collection of medieval relics found in previous years. Among past finds were well-preserved battle axes, sword fragments, and a medieval seal matrix.
The Ongoing Mystery
While the precise location of mass graves from the battle remains undiscovered, the mapping of these artifacts continues to reveal significant details about the historic conflict. The findings contribute to understanding where the main clash occurred and confirm the existence of multiple Teutonic camps, further illuminating the events of July 1410.