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The Age of the Sea-Monster, discovery in Alaska
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The Age of the Sea-Monster, discovery in Alaska
Page from The Illustrated London News reporting on the discovery of the remains of aa sea-monster on the Kenai peninsula.
1950
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The Age of the Sea-Monster: A Glimpse into Alaska's Prehistoric Past In the frigid waters of the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, lies a testament to a time long forgotten - the remains of a colossal sea-monster. Discovered in the late 1950s, this prehistoric reptile, now known to scientists as Cryptoclidus eurymerus, was unearthed from the muddy shores, sending ripples of excitement and intrigue through the scientific community. The Illustrated London News, a leading source of news and information during the mid-20th century, reported on this groundbreaking discovery in its November 20, 1950, issue. The publication's pages bore witness to the magnificent illustration of the sea-monster, its serpentine body adorned with intricate scales, its eyes gleaming with the mystery of the deep. The discovery of the sea-monster's fossilized bones marked a significant milestone in the study of marine reptiles. Cryptoclidus eurymerus, a plesiosaur, was a creature of the Mesozoic Era, a time when dinosaurs roamed the land and colossal reptiles ruled the seas. This discovery provided invaluable insights into the lives of these ancient beings and the world they inhabited. The Age of the Sea-Monster served as a reminder of the rich and diverse history hidden beneath the waves, waiting to be uncovered. The discovery on the Kenai Peninsula was a testament to the power of curiosity and the importance of exploration, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and understanding. As we gaze upon this illustration from the pages of the Illustrated London News, we are transported back in time, to an era when the world was a vastly different place, and the mysteries of the deep were just waiting to be unraveled.
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