Archaeologists found the remains of a person buried at Herculaneum in the eruption of 79 A.D., and hope that with modern technology it will yield fresh insights.
Tag: Roman Civilization
Colosseum Opens Its Belly to the Public
The underground warren where ancient Roman gladiators and animals awaited their fates has been restored.
Archaeologists Uncover Decapitated Bodies From Roman Britain
Technological advances, including DNA and tooth enamel analyses, allowed researchers to form new conclusions about capital punishment under Roman rule.
After 500 Years, an Ancient Bronze Hand Is Rejoined to a Finger
Researchers still don’t know how a finger belonging to a colossal statue of Emperor Constantine went missing, but this week, it was finally reattached in Rome.
Rich, Ancient City Is Unearthed in Greece
Archaeologists unearthed Tenea, which is thought to have been founded by Trojans. They also found tombs, coins and urns, among other items, in and around the city.