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Hundreds of children and llamas sacrificed in a ritual event in 15th century Peru

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A mass sacrifice at a 15th century archaeological site in Peru saw the ritual killing of over 140 children and over 200 llamas, according to a new study. This is the largest known mass sacrifice of children — and of llamas — in the New World.