Stonehenge Built to Unify Ancient Britain

Recent research suggests that Stonehenge was built to unify the peoples of ancient Britain, as indicated by the diverse origins of its stones. A significant finding is that the altar stone, previously thought to come from Wales, actually originated from northeast Scotland, highlighting long-distance connections among ancient communities. The 43 bluestones are confirmed to have come from Wales, reinforcing the idea that the monument served a communal purpose during its construction phases between 3000 and 2300 BC. Lead researcher Professor Mike Parker Pearson emphasizes the monument's unique political and religious significance, as it is unlike other stone circles in Britain. Geologists involved in the study compared their work to forensic science, which enabled them to trace the stones back to their origins. This research, published just before the winter solstice, sheds light on the cultural interactions and shared identities of ancient Britons.