In this episode, we journey to Portugal to uncover the secrets of the 1385 Battle of Aljubarrotta, where Portuguese forces and their English allies triumphed against the Castilians and French under the blazing August sun. An ancient ossuary filled with the battle’s fallen could unlock new insights into medieval warfare in Europe.

Cast List:

Tim Sutherland: Archaeologist, University of York

Manuel Joao Matias: Dryas Octopetala Archaeological Services

Professor Joao Gouveia Monteiro: Universidade De Coimbra

Simon Richardson: Metal Detectorist

Nuno Barraca: Geophysicist, Dryas Octopetala Archaeological Services

Professor Eugenia Cunha: Forensic Anthropologist, Universidade De Coimbra

Eric Meyers:

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