An Early Step on the Road to Civilization
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Cave paintings in Castillo Spain represent some of the first paintings made by humans.
Cave paintings in Castillo Spain represent some of the first paintings made by humans.
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An Early Step on the Road to Civilization
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Cave paintings in Castillo Spain represent some of the first paintings made by humans.
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