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French Poet Mystery May Be Solved

» Published: 18 September 2024

French Poet Mystery May Be Solved
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The French Renaissance poet Joachim de Bellay died in 1560, only 37 years old, and was buried in Notre-Dame in Paris – but where? Thanks to the archaeological excavations made after the great fire in 2019, the mystery is now believed to be solved. The archaeologists found two previously unknown graves in the cathedral's middle, and much suggests that the remains in one of them come from the Renaissance poet.

Modern analysis methods show, among other things, a change in the hip bone that can be the result of horse riding. In addition to being a poet, Joachim de Bellay was also a skilled rider who rode the distance Paris-Rome. The analyses also show traces of tuberculosis and chronic meningitis, something he suffered from.

From December 7, it will be possible to visit the rebuilt and renovated Notre-Dame again.

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