Archaeologists have uncovered the oldest Roman grave in Heerlen, Netherlands, which belonged to a Roman soldier named Flaccus.
In a recent discovery, archaeologists have uncovered a 2,000-year-old grave from the time of Roman settlement in Heerlen , a municipality in the Netherlands . While the remains were unearthed late last month, latest analysis has shown that it belonged to a Roman solider named ‘Flaccus’.
Archaeologists from ADC ArcheoProjecten first identified the grave in November while working on a project. Jordy Clemens, Heerlen’s council member for culture and heritage,: “Today, evidence was found of Roman habitation in the time of Emperor Augustus. A unique discovery that not only teaches us more about our past but also shows how unique the story of Roman Heerlen is for the Netherlands.”
in history website Archaeology News. Experts believe the uncovering of Flaccus’ grave provides indisputable evidence of Roman presence.The discovery of Roman graves and cemeteries is not a novelty in Europe. In January, an ancient Roman burial ground filled with treasures wasin central Italy. Researchers uncovered nearly 70 skeletons in carefully constructed graves. Along precious jewelry, leather goods, pottery, and coins.
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