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The Ancient Giants Who Ruled America

by Richard J. Dewhurst

📖 Overview

The Ancient Giants Who Ruled America compiles newspaper accounts, archaeological records, and historical documents about reported discoveries of giant human skeletons across North America. Drawing from sources between 1800-1900, author Richard J. Dewhurst presents findings from burial mounds, caves, and archaeological sites spanning numerous states. The book examines the Smithsonian Institution's involvement in giant skeleton excavations and questions why many of these specimens disappeared from public view. Dewhurst includes maps of discovery locations, photographs of artifacts, and quotes from original source materials to support his research. Native American oral traditions and origin stories about giant ancestors are presented alongside the physical evidence and historical records. The documentation covers both single skeleton finds and mass graves containing multiple giant remains. This work challenges conventional views of pre-Columbian American history and raises questions about how archaeological evidence is preserved, studied, and presented to the public. The book's central themes deal with lost civilizations, institutional knowledge gatekeeping, and the intersection of Native American oral history with archaeological findings.

👀 Reviews

Readers note the book compiles newspaper articles and archeological records about giant skeleton discoveries across America, though many question the reliability of these historical sources. Readers appreciated: - Extensive documentation and source citations - Inclusion of original newspaper clippings - Coverage of Smithsonian's involvement - Connection to Native American oral traditions Common criticisms: - Lack of current scientific evidence or expert analysis - Over-reliance on 19th century newspaper accounts - Repetitive content - Dismissal of alternative explanations - No photos of alleged giant remains Ratings: Amazon: 4.5/5 (468 reviews) Goodreads: 3.8/5 (156 ratings) Several readers noted the book "reads like a collection of newspaper clippings" rather than a cohesive analysis. One reviewer stated "fascinating historical accounts but needs more modern scientific context." Multiple readers expressed frustration that the book raises questions without providing definitive answers about the existence of giants.

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🤔 Interesting facts

🦴 Native American tribes like the Paiute had oral traditions describing red-haired giants called Si-Te-Cah who lived in their territories before they arrived. 📜 The Smithsonian Institution acknowledged receiving and cataloging thousands of giant human skeleton remains in their annual reports from the late 1800s. ⚔️ The book documents numerous newspaper accounts from 1800-1900 reporting the discovery of giant human skeletons ranging from 7 to 12 feet tall across America. 🏺 Many of the giant skeleton discoveries were found in burial mounds containing sophisticated copper weapons, armor, and jewelry, suggesting an advanced civilization. 🗞️ Author Richard Dewhurst spent over 15 years researching historical newspaper archives, archaeological reports, and museum documents to compile the evidence presented in the book.