{"id":93209,"date":"2025-04-09T05:20:48","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T05:20:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/09\/strange-ancient-structures-in-the-northeastern-u-s-were-built-by-unknown-people-with-shining-shields-native-americans-say-evidence-of-norsemen-or-celts\/"},"modified":"2025-04-09T05:20:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T05:20:48","slug":"strange-ancient-structures-in-the-northeastern-u-s-were-built-by-unknown-people-with-shining-shields-native-americans-say-evidence-of-norsemen-or-celts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/09\/strange-ancient-structures-in-the-northeastern-u-s-were-built-by-unknown-people-with-shining-shields-native-americans-say-evidence-of-norsemen-or-celts\/","title":{"rendered":"Strange Ancient Structures In The Northeastern U.S. Were Built By Unknown People With Shining Shields, Native Americans Say &#8211; Evidence Of Norsemen Or Celts?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"addtoany_share_save_container addtoany_content addtoany_content_top\">\n<div class=\"a2a_kit a2a_kit_size_32 addtoany_list\" data-a2a-url=\"https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/2025\/04\/08\/strange-ancient-structures-northeastern-u-s-nknown-people-shining-shields\/\" data-a2a-title=\"Strange Ancient Structures In The Northeastern U.S. Were Built By Unknown People With Shining Shields, Native Americans Say \u2013 Evidence Of Norsemen Or Celts?\"><a class=\"a2a_button_facebook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.addtoany.com\/add_to\/facebook?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ancientpages.com%2F2025%2F04%2F08%2Fstrange-ancient-structures-northeastern-u-s-nknown-people-shining-shields%2F&amp;linkname=Strange%20Ancient%20Structures%20In%20The%20Northeastern%20U.S.%20Were%20Built%20By%20Unknown%20People%20With%20Shining%20Shields%2C%20Native%20Americans%20Say%20%E2%80%93%20Evidence%20Of%20Norsemen%20Or%20Celts%3F\" title=\"Facebook\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><a class=\"a2a_button_twitter\" href=\"https:\/\/www.addtoany.com\/add_to\/twitter?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ancientpages.com%2F2025%2F04%2F08%2Fstrange-ancient-structures-northeastern-u-s-nknown-people-shining-shields%2F&amp;linkname=Strange%20Ancient%20Structures%20In%20The%20Northeastern%20U.S.%20Were%20Built%20By%20Unknown%20People%20With%20Shining%20Shields%2C%20Native%20Americans%20Say%20%E2%80%93%20Evidence%20Of%20Norsemen%20Or%20Celts%3F\" title=\"Twitter\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><a class=\"a2a_button_flipboard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.addtoany.com\/add_to\/flipboard?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ancientpages.com%2F2025%2F04%2F08%2Fstrange-ancient-structures-northeastern-u-s-nknown-people-shining-shields%2F&amp;linkname=Strange%20Ancient%20Structures%20In%20The%20Northeastern%20U.S.%20Were%20Built%20By%20Unknown%20People%20With%20Shining%20Shields%2C%20Native%20Americans%20Say%20%E2%80%93%20Evidence%20Of%20Norsemen%20Or%20Celts%3F\" title=\"Flipboard\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><a class=\"a2a_button_pinterest\" href=\"https:\/\/www.addtoany.com\/add_to\/pinterest?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ancientpages.com%2F2025%2F04%2F08%2Fstrange-ancient-structures-northeastern-u-s-nknown-people-shining-shields%2F&amp;linkname=Strange%20Ancient%20Structures%20In%20The%20Northeastern%20U.S.%20Were%20Built%20By%20Unknown%20People%20With%20Shining%20Shields%2C%20Native%20Americans%20Say%20%E2%80%93%20Evidence%20Of%20Norsemen%20Or%20Celts%3F\" title=\"Pinterest\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><a class=\"a2a_button_email\" href=\"https:\/\/www.addtoany.com\/add_to\/email?linkurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ancientpages.com%2F2025%2F04%2F08%2Fstrange-ancient-structures-northeastern-u-s-nknown-people-shining-shields%2F&amp;linkname=Strange%20Ancient%20Structures%20In%20The%20Northeastern%20U.S.%20Were%20Built%20By%20Unknown%20People%20With%20Shining%20Shields%2C%20Native%20Americans%20Say%20%E2%80%93%20Evidence%20Of%20Norsemen%20Or%20Celts%3F\" title=\"Email\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><a class=\"a2a_dd addtoany_share_save addtoany_share\" href=\"https:\/\/www.addtoany.com\/share\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Ellen Lloyd &#8211; AncientPages.com &#8211;<\/strong> An intriguing prehistoric site in the Northeastern U.S. has captured the attention of archaeologists and experts, who openly acknowledge their uncertainty about the origins of its enigmatic structures.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pr-strangeruinsshiningshields.jpg\" class=\"gallery_colorbox\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-116809\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pr-strangeruinsshiningshields.jpg\" alt=\"Strange Ancient Structures In The Northeastern U.S. Were Built By Unknown People With Shining Shields, Native Americans Say - Evidence Of Norsemen Or Celts?\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pr-strangeruinsshiningshields.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pr-strangeruinsshiningshields-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Although much of it has eroded over time, evidence shows these remains are both artificial and ancient. The region boasts a fascinating history, with Native Americans recounting how these mysterious ruins predated their arrival.<\/p>\n<p>According to their legends, these structures were crafted by powerful, unknown people wielding shining shields. Could these have been Norsemen who ventured to America during that era? Researchers offer various theories. Some propose an ancient Celtic influence, while others suggest another early civilization reached these shores. The consensus is clear: this site was not constructed by Native Americans, who reportedly avoided it themselves.<\/p>\n<p>This captivating mystery invites us to delve deeper into understanding our past and uncover the truth behind these ancient ruins and the prehistoric connection between Europe and America.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/get-instant-access-to-our-premium-content\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-103447\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/premium-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Get Access To Our Premium Content\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/premium-1-1.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ancientpages.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/premium-1-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>This is a preview of our premium article available only to members of Ancient 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