The Ljubljana Marshes Wheel: A Glimpse Into Prehistoric InnovationIn 2002, archaeologists made an astonishing discovery just 20 kilometers south of Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. What seemed like an unassuming plank turned out to be the world’s oldest wooden wheel. Radiocarbon dating revealed the wheel to be between 5,100 and 5,350 years old, placing its origin in…
Carts
Carts were used in ancient times to transport goods, animals, and people. Pulled by animals like horses or oxen, carts were a vital part of ancient economies, helping with trade, farming, and military supply transport.