Cao Cao's Tomb Discovered!
I haven't posted here in years, but this is worth it.
In December 2009 Chinese brick makers surprisingly unearthed Cao Cao's Tomb!
This is an astonishing find that could even reshape historical interpretation. However, there has been some doubt over the authenticity of the tomb due to the legend of the 72 decoy tombs Cao created so no one could find his final resting place. Still, as more of the dig site was unearthed a vast number of references to Cao have been unearthed. Additionally, the tomb was found to be quite austere which is in line with Cao's final wishes from the Sanguozhi historical record:
“At present the Empire is not yet secure, thus ancient rites cannot be strictly followed. After my burial, funeral attire should be discarded. The troops and those garrisoning the frontiers should not leave their garrisons. The officials of every rank should continue to undertake their duties. I shall wear everyday clothing on entombment, without burial of treasures of gold and jade.” - Cao Cao
There may even be a DNA test done to see if there is congruency with the Y-chromosome of Chinese males with the surname of Cao. Check out the Youtube link for actual video of the dig site!
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1238887/Cao-Cao-Chinese-archaeologists-uncover-vast-tomb-infamous-3rd-century-ruler.html
http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/World-News/Tomb-Of-Cao-Cao-Found-Archaeologists-In-China-Claim-To-Find-Remains-Of-Ancient-Ruler/Article/200912415509282?f=rss
http://medievalnews.blogspot.com/2010/01/doubts-raised-over-authencity-of-cao.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4S0ZM0wKpQ
In other news, I'm working in the game industry now as a designer and scripter. :D
In December 2009 Chinese brick makers surprisingly unearthed Cao Cao's Tomb!
This is an astonishing find that could even reshape historical interpretation. However, there has been some doubt over the authenticity of the tomb due to the legend of the 72 decoy tombs Cao created so no one could find his final resting place. Still, as more of the dig site was unearthed a vast number of references to Cao have been unearthed. Additionally, the tomb was found to be quite austere which is in line with Cao's final wishes from the Sanguozhi historical record:
“At present the Empire is not yet secure, thus ancient rites cannot be strictly followed. After my burial, funeral attire should be discarded. The troops and those garrisoning the frontiers should not leave their garrisons. The officials of every rank should continue to undertake their duties. I shall wear everyday clothing on entombment, without burial of treasures of gold and jade.” - Cao Cao
There may even be a DNA test done to see if there is congruency with the Y-chromosome of Chinese males with the surname of Cao. Check out the Youtube link for actual video of the dig site!
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1238887/Cao-Cao-Chinese-archaeologists-uncover-vast-tomb-infamous-3rd-century-ruler.html
http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/World-News/Tomb-Of-Cao-Cao-Found-Archaeologists-In-China-Claim-To-Find-Remains-Of-Ancient-Ruler/Article/200912415509282?f=rss
http://medievalnews.blogspot.com/2010/01/doubts-raised-over-authencity-of-cao.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4S0ZM0wKpQ
In other news, I'm working in the game industry now as a designer and scripter. :D