The unrivaled majesty of North America's sixth Great Lake
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North America's great Lake Agassiz no longer exists, however, during the last ice age it was an estimated 170,000 square miles in size.
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 6
Scientists discover 9000-Year-Old ‘Stonehenge-like’ structure hidden beneath Lake Michigan
Beneath Grand Traverse Bay, secrets of a different kind have emerged, captivating the minds of archaeologists and historians alike.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 15
The 6th Great Lake was larger than all other lakes combined
Lake Agassiz no longer exists however it was one of the largest lakes in North America during the last ice age at 170,000 square miles
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 31, 2023
The 6th Great Lake was significantly bigger than all other lakes combined
Long before the Great Lakes existed, there was a massive lake that dwarfed them all in size: Lake Agassiz.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 2, 2023
Scientists discover 9000-Year-Old ‘Stonehenge-Like’ Structure in Lake Michigan
Recently, Grand Traverse Bay unveiled a remarkable surprise to the world—a prehistoric structure, reminiscent of England's iconic Stonehenge
Joseph Shavit
- Sep 29, 2023
North America's 6th Great Lake was larger than all the others combined
Long before these Great Lakes existed, there was a massive lake that dwarfed them all in size: Lake Agassiz.
Joseph Shavit
- Jul 17, 2023
The 6th great lake, Lake Agassiz, was larger than all the others combined
The five Great Lakes, specifically Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior, stand as prominent features of North America.
Joseph Shavit
- Jun 17, 2023
The 6th Great Lake was larger that all other lakes combined
Long before these Great Lakes existed, there was a massive lake that dwarfed them all in size: Lake Agassiz.
Joseph Shavit
- May 17, 2023
The 6th Great Lake was larger in area than all the others combined
Lake Agassiz no longer exists, however at 170,000 square miles, it was one of the largest lakes in North America during the last ice age.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 16, 2023
The 6th Great Lake was larger that all the others combined
This prehistoric giant, which existed over 10,000 years ago, played a crucial role in shaping the landscape and climate of the continent.
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