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Deep inside a narrow cave in Lovelock Nevada

By Mike Kumah LottPublished 5 months ago 4 min read
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In the year 1911, deep inside a narrow cave in Lovelock, Nevada, two miners were on a quest for bat guano, an essential component in the production of fertilizer. However, as they delved further into the darkness, they stumbled upon an unexpected revelation.

Their discovery consisted of more than 40 human skeletons, some of which displayed an unusually large size. These immense human skulls and skeletons, measuring between seven and 8 feet in height, caused quite a sensation during ancient times

. It is worth noting that the skulls were often found to be accompanied by red hair, suggesting that these individuals belonged to a distinct group, different from the Native Americans inhabiting the area.

Unfortunately, many of the large bones unearthed from Lovelock's cave were lost over time. Nevertheless, a few skulls were preserved at a local museum until approximately a decade ago.

Interestingly, four particularly enormous skulls were put on display within the museum but were later ceremoniously buried.

In addition to the skulls, over 100,000 artifacts were excavated from the cave. What makes these discoveries even more intriguing is the fact that many of the artifacts were of gigantic proportions. For example, there were sandals of colossal size, measuring 15 inches long, equivalent to a size 29 in the US, which would fit someone standing about 9 ft tall.

Furthermore, there were remnants of clothing that appeared to have been worn by these giants.

Some may find it hard to believe that giant bones were found in a Nevada cave, but the truth is that numerous similar discoveries were reported during the Wild West era, particularly in the southwestern United States.

There is a wealth of peculiar tales recounting the regular unearthing of corpses or skeletons of gigantic proportions. The reports of these giants left a lasting impression on people's imaginations.

The idea of a race of giants that had previously inhabited the land intrigued many, especially those who interpreted biblical texts quite literally.

The Bible itself refers to a time when giants roamed the earth, reinforcing this belief.

Therefore, for the inhabitants of the Wild West, the unearthing of skeletons that seemed to validate these notions served as affirmation for their literal biblical convictions.

The evidence for the existence of a race of giants in the Old West is substantial, as the numerous discoveries reported throughout the 1800s indicate.

Moreover, there is a possibility that Lovelock's cave holds additional clues regarding these behemoths. By delving into the history of the indigenous Paiute people, who have inhabited the Nevada desert for centuries, we may find answers to the enigma that surrounds the Giants of Lovelock cave.

The veracity of this claim may appear implausible to some individuals, but it is an undeniable fact that numerous such discoveries were documented during the chaotic era of the Western frontier.

Even in the southwestern United States, there exist myriad peculiar accounts detailing the regular unearthing of deceased corpses or skeletons.

Moreover, the prevalence of reports about the existence of giants serves as a captivating motif, engrossing the minds of individuals who find themselves intrigued by the notion of a colossal race that once inhabited this land.

This concept also aligns with various biblical beliefs which, during that time, were interpreted in a rather literal manner. The Bible itself refers to the past existence of giants on Earth, further reinforcing this conviction.

Consequently, for many individuals dwelling in the Wild West, the discovery of skeletons that seemingly corroborate these biblical accounts directly served as an affirmation of their deeply ingrained beliefs.

Therefore, one may pose the question: Is it truly conceivable that a race of gigantic beings once inhabited the ancient western territory, as numerous 19th-century discoveries seem to suggest?

Furthermore, is it possible that evidence of these enigmatic Giants was uncovered within the confines of Lovelock Cave?

To unravel these enigmas, it becomes imperative to delve into the historical narratives of the indigenous Pyute people, who have called the Nevada desert home for countless centuries. It is worth noting that Sarah Wamaka, a direct descendant of Chief Wamaka, belongs to this ancient indigenous group.

In the 1800s, she penned a comprehensive account chronicling her people's arduous battle against the aforementioned giant race known as the Cgia.

Remarkably, she asserts that this confrontation was not merely a constituent of tribal folktales or mythology, but rather an actual event that unfolded in reality.

As per the Pyute legend, the Cgia, characterized by their fiery red hair, inhabited the mountains adjacent to the Pyute homeland.

Regrettably, these grotesque beings were cannibals, an intolerable aspect that ultimately propelled the Pyute people to challenge their monstrous adversaries.

Thus, for a period spanning three long years, these two factions engaged in a relentless and ferocious war.

Eventually, the remaining giants sought refuge within the recesses of Lovelock Cave, where the Pyute people devised a cunning plan.

Sealing the cave's entryways with heaps of combustible material such as branches and wood, they set the entire cavern ablaze, effectively sealing the fate of the red-haired giant cannibals. Very interestingly enough.

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