Archaeological excavations in northern Germany, have revealed fascinating insights into the penal practices of the Middle Ages and early modern period. Led by the State Office for Monument Preservation and Archaeology of Saxony-Anhalt, the investigation of this historic execution site on the Galgenberg ‘Gallows Hill’ near Quedlinburg has unearthed significant discoveries, including human skeletons and burial remains dating back to the 17th century. The Dark Life of a Medieval Executioner – A Cut Away from the Rest The Gruesome History of Botched Executions   Skeletal remains of person found near the execution site. (State Office for Monument Preservation and Archaeology of Saxony-Anhalt) Buried at the Gallows The site, known historically for its gallows erected in 1662 and used until 1809, has provided evidence of numerous executions. Read moreSection: NewsHistory & ArchaeologyHistoryAncient TraditionsRead Later