Archaeologists uncover chilling evidence in Serbia: A massacre 2,800 years ago specifically targeted women and children. Gomolava Site (Serbia) A mass grave containing over 77 individuals was found. 87% were women, and 40 were children aged 1-12. Genetic Surprise DNA tests revealed a shock: The victims were unrelated! This suggests they weren't a single family but were likely captured from different locations before being executed. A Ritual Burial? Despite violent deaths (bludgeoning, stabbing), the victims weren't just thrown into a pit. They were buried carefully alongside personal bronze jewelry, ceramic vessels, and offerings.