Cheddar Man

Cheddar Man is the name given to a prehistoric human skeleton discovered in Cheddar Gorge, England, in 1903. Radiocarbon dating suggests he lived around 10,000 years ago, during the Mesolithic era. Genetic analysis revealed that he had dark skin and blue eyes, challenging previous assumptions about the appearance of early Europeans. Cheddar Man is significant for studying human evolution and migration, providing insight into the physical characteristics of early inhabitants of Britain and how they adapted to their environment. His discovery has contributed to our understanding of ancient human life and genetic diversity.