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The Great Serpent Mound: Ancient Art or Astronomical Calendar?

The Great Serpent Mound: Ancient Art or Astronomical Calendar?

Annette Uy

Deep in the rolling hills of Adams County, Ohio, something extraordinary coils across the landscape like a massive creature frozen in time. Stretching over 1,300 feet in length and rising three feet from the earth, the Great Serpent Mound has captivated visitors, scientists, and mystery-seekers for centuries. This ancient earthwork – the largest serpent effigy ...