University of Houston provost and archeologist Diane Chase in newly discovered tomb (IMAGE)

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University of Houston provost and archeologist Diane Chase in newly discovered tomb

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University of Houston provost and archeologist Diane Chase in newly discovered tomb of the first ruler of the ancient Maya city Caracol and the founder of its royal dynasty.

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Caracol Archeological Project/University of Houston

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