Pic shows: The remains found.  The remains of an ancient female warrior have been discovered in South Kazakhstan proving for the first time it was not just men who were soldiers.  The perfectly preserved skeleton was found with a huge sword and dagger and archaeologists believe the woman lived in the period between 11 century BC and IV century AD .  Previously, no records have ever been found of woman warriors in the area and experts  believe she was a citizen of importance living in the ancient Kanguy state.  She probably led a group of nomads who lived somewhere in the area of modern Kazakhstan . Scientists discovered the sex of the human remains by closely examining the skull which they say is typically female.   Researchers also found some ancient arrows, a small knife placed close to the right hand of the female warrior and a sword placed close to her left hand indicating that the person was a renown warrior. Also buried with her were a number of pots and bowls which showed that the person was both wealthy and important.   The major find is one of the most notable ever made after 23 years of research in the area.   The items will be soon be  exhibited in the National Museum of Kazakhstan while scientists continue their work in the region.  (starts)
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