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Grave with 7 Roman skeletons discovered in Croatia, soldiers from the Battle of Mursa in 260 AD

2025-10-18 19:14:02Histori SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Grave with 7 Roman skeletons discovered in Croatia

Scientists said on Saturday that seven skeletons found in a grave in Croatia most likely belong to Roman soldiers who lived 1,700 years ago.

The male skeletons, all with various injuries, were found "perfectly preserved" during excavations in 2011 at the site of the Roman city of Mursa - modern-day Osijek - in far eastern Croatia, the BBC reports.

Mursa was conquered by Rome during the first century BC and became a large settlement that was also an important center for trade and crafts.

Now, researchers from several European archaeological institutions have been able to determine not only when the men lived, but also how they may have died.

According to reports, the men in the tomb were aged 36-50, taller than average.

All the findings showed various injuries, including those caused by forceful violence and puncture wounds, which scientists believe were likely caused by arrows or spearheads.

According to scientists, all the men suffered from a type of "pulmonary disease, which affects the lungs, during the last days of their lives."

DNA analysis has also revealed that the men had a mix of backgrounds and that none appeared to be from the local area.

Scholars believe the men were likely victims of the “Crisis of the Third Century,” most likely the Battle of Mursa from 260 AD, when “numerous battles between different claimants to the throne” took place.

It is reported that the pit where the skeletons were found must have originally been a water well - several of which have been discovered in the area.

Given the different angles at which the skeletons were lying, researchers say they were "most likely thrown into" the well before being covered with soil.

Mursa has been of archaeological importance for years, with various sites of ancient civilization discovered in the area.


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