Burial ground in Kildimo, County Limerick

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Archaeological excavation by Linda G. Lynch (05E0880) uncovered 'the remains of six individuals ... four of these were left in situ, while the remains of two individuals were excavated, as they were in immediate danger of being damaged. The excavated skeletons were of two juveniles, one aged 6–9 years and the other aged 12–14 years at time of death. Both had been interred at the same time. Samples taken of the burial fill revealed the remains of insects directly associated with the skeletons. These were analysed by archaeoentomologist Eileen Reilly. Two species were identified, Calliphora vicina/vomitoria and a Phoridae fly. Both are directly associated with decomposing flesh. Initial assessment indicates that there may have been a significant delay between the time of death and the time of burial.' This description is posted on the web at the following internet address (accessed 3 August 2012): http://www.excavations.ie/ Compiled by: Denis Power Date of Upload: 3 August 2012

From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record LI012-144

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