~ Boston's City Archaeologist and Director of Archaeology, Joe Bagley, has recently uncovered a mysterious cave in Franklin Park that has raised several questions about its origin and potential human occupation. The discovery of this cave has sparked curiosity among the archaeological community, as it is a rare find in a city known for its slate and puddingstone bedrock.

According to Bagley, the cave is believed to be a "talus cave," which is formed naturally between large rocks and other materials. These types of caves can be created through various events such as glacial deposits or rock collapses. However, the exact location of the cave within Franklin Park remains unknown.

In an effort to narrow down the potential location of the cave, Bagley and his team consulted with the City Archives team and examined the original plans for the park. They discovered that Williams Street, which was located near the western entrance of the park and along the northern area of William J. Devine Golf Course, may have been in close proximity to where the cave was found.

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Despite their efforts, there is still limited information about any evidence of human occupation within the cave. The descriptions are vague and further investigation is needed to determine if there were any signs of human activity.

The articles also mention plans to demolish the cave and potential burial under stone rubble. However, a recent walkover of the site did not reveal any obvious signs of a cave. This raises questions about whether or not the cave still exists or if there are more undiscovered caves waiting to be found in Boston.

Bagley compares this discovery to Boston's own version of Lascaux, referencing the famous prehistoric caves in France. He believes that only time will tell if there are more caves waiting to be discovered in Boston.

The excavation process has faced some challenges including a massive rattlesnake found near the site and other obstacles that have prevented further investigation soon after its initial discovery. Despite these setbacks, Bagley and his team remain determined to uncover the secrets of this mysterious cave.

As the City of Boston's Archaeology Program continues to make progress in their excavation, they encourage residents to sign up for updates and stay informed about this exciting discovery. With each new development, the mystery surrounding this cave deepens and the potential for more discoveries grows.

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