Ancient 'Barbarian' Tomb Unearthed Near Roman Empire's Border
Ancient 'Barbarian' Tomb Unearthed Near Roman Empire's Border
Archaeologists in Germany have made an extraordinary discovery during a construction project—a 1,700-year-old tomb belonging to a 'Barbarian' tribe that lived near the Roman Empire's border. Buried in the early 4th century, the grave contained valuable artifacts, offering a rare glimpse into ancient history. Here's everything you need to know about this fascinating find!
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The remains of a man estimated to have died around the age of 60 were discovered in a tomb believed to date back to the first half of the 4th century.
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The tomb, discovered during construction work, was carefully built and surrounded by a wooden chamber.
The region, neighboring lands inhabited by Germanic (Barbarian) tribes known as "Magna Germania" or Greater Germania, is thought to possibly contain two additional tombs in an adjacent area.
Based on the research conducted by archaeologists, it was determined that the man was buried between 263 and 342 AD.
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