Archaeologists have uncovered an astonishing window into ancient warfare: the skeletons of Roman soldiers discovered at the bottom of a well in the ancient city of Mursa, located in modern-day Croatia. The remains, believed to date back around 1,700 years, provide chilling evidence of a violent episode in the city’s history.
Discovery in the Ancient City of Mursa
According to a research paper published on October 15, scientists discovered seven fully preserved skeletons during excavations in 2011. The site, a former Roman city of Mursa, had been repurposed into a mass grave following what experts believe was a deadly conflict.
“Mursa was an important trade and craft center that bordered an active military zone,” the researchers wrote. The area had been conquered by the Romans during the first century B.C. and played a key role in defending Rome’s frontiers during periods of internal strife.
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Evidence of Violent Death
The skeletons—identified as adult men between 18 and 50 years old—show signs of violent injuries. Some bore blunt-force trauma to the face, while others had puncture wounds consistent with arrowheads or spear tips, according to the findings.