well-preserved — still in good condition after a very long time

gave way — suddenly collapsed or broke apart

set about — started doing something with energy and purpose

stumbled upon — discovered something completely by accident

legendary — very famous and admired by many people

devoted — gave all of your time and energy to something

rose to — gradually achieved a higher and more important position

given rise to — caused something new to develop or appear

met his end — died, especially in a dramatic or sudden way

put to rest — finally solved or ended something that has been uncertain for a long time