
Duncan Sayer
Professor in Archaeology, University of Lancashire
Professor Duncan Sayer is a leading expert in historical archaeology and has a particular interest in early medieval cemeteries, migration, death, burial and ethics. Duncan has lead field work projects for over 20 year, most recently these have included Oakington early Anglo-Saxon cemetery and Ribchester Roman fort. As a result Duncan is currently collaborating with DNA labs in Harvard and Max Planck to put together one of the largest ancient DNA projects in Europe.
Latest articles by Duncan Sayer

Anglo-Saxon children discovered buried with warrior gear in UK — perhaps as a nod to 'the men these children might have become'
By Duncan Sayer published
Archaeologists have discovered Anglo-Saxon children buried with a spear, shield and buckles, gear that's usually seen in warriors' graves.
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