Weird History
The Shocking History of Cannibalism
2024 • E72 Jun 12, 2024 11m
Cannibalism has existed throughout history and, in 2023, we learned about many instances of the practice taking place. While a lot of historical sources that contain such stories are written with bias, those same documents create a very grim look at the past.
Often, part of that past includes famine, starvation, and the struggle to survive - all of which can lead to cannibalism. There are also tales of cannibalism for ritualistic purposes or as a result of pure wrath, adding additional layers to the history and myth surrounding the practice.
Here are some instances of cannibalism we learned about this year. They left us unsettled and shuddering - and reminded us how troubling history can be. What about you?
Often, part of that past includes famine, starvation, and the struggle to survive - all of which can lead to cannibalism. There are also tales of cannibalism for ritualistic purposes or as a result of pure wrath, adding additional layers to the history and myth surrounding the practice.
Here are some instances of cannibalism we learned about this year. They left us unsettled and shuddering - and reminded us how troubling history can be. What about you?