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Stonehenge altar stone likely hauled 700km by prehistoric Britons

New information about Stonehenge's altar stone, circled in red, has been revealed. (Oli Scarff via SWNS)

By Dean Murray

Stonehenge's altar stone was likely transported more than 400 miles through a mix of glacial movement and human endeavor, according to new research.

Stonehenge altar stone likely hauled 700km by prehistoric Britons

Dr. Anthony Clarke at Stonehenge. (Curtin University via SWNS)

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