True traces of Vampire found in Poland validating their existence!

Archaeologists in Poland have made a chilling discovery, unearthing the remains of two “vampire children” believed to date back to the 13th century, a time marked by superstition and fear of the undead

Found during routine renovations at the Palace of the Uniate Bishops in Chelm, these remains were buried in gypsum soil, highlighting the medieval practices aimed at preventing resurrection. One child was notably decapitated, with the skull placed beside the body, which was interred face-down and weighed down with stones—common methods believed to ensure the dead would not rise. Dr. Stanisław Gołub, an archaeologist involved in the excavation, emphasized that the burial shows clear signs of anti-vampire rituals. The graves lacked coffins and were situated far from known cemeteries, suggesting they may have been used for undocumented burials, possibly reflecting societal ostracism due to fears surrounding their supernatural nature.

This discovery sheds light on the deep-seated fears of vampirism prevalent in medieval Europe, particularly in Eastern regions where folklore about revenants was common. The practices observed are believed to be responses to unexplained deaths, such as those caused by pandemics or poisonings, as communities sought to blame the supernatural for their misfortunes. These “vampire burials” reveal the extreme measures societies took during times of crisis. Dr. Golub draws parallels to later fears of vampires during the 18th century, particularly concerning tuberculosis victims. Last year, a similarly disturbing find in the village of Pień revealed another child buried face-down and secured with a padlock, underscoring the historical context of these haunting burial customs.