Archaeologists excavate 16th century burial site unearthed during Crossrail construction

The video discusses an archaeological discovery beneath London's Liverpool Street station, part of the Crossrail project. The site, once a mass grave for plague victims, is being excavated by 60 archaeologists. They aim to uncover around 3,000 skeletons, providing insights into the plague's evolution. The excavation faces time constraints and unexpected challenges. Over 10,000 artifacts have been found across 40 sites, with the skeletons expected to be excavated in four weeks.

What challenges do archaeologists face during this excavation?

What types of artifacts have been found across the construction sites?