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In an Israeli cave, Roman swords dating back 1900 years were found, and they are still sharp!
In the Judean Desert, within a cave overlooking the Dead Sea, archaeologists have uncovered four exceptionally well-preserved Roman swords. Researchers believe that this discovery could shed light on the history of the conflict between the Israelites and the Romans.
En Gedi National Park, situated on the western shores of the Dead Sea, southeast of Jerusalem, is a region conducive to subtropical vegetation, balsam trees, fruit trees, and palms. It is a true oasis amidst the Judean Desert, with numerous caves and traces of settlements dating back to the 7th century BCE. Additionally, there are remnants of a temple dating to around 3000 BCE and the ruins of an ancient synagogue from the 3rd century.
Four Roman swords in a single cave
Israeli archaeologists conducted research in one of the caves within the national park. In this cave, they discovered four swords, each housed in wooden and leather scabbards. They were hidden within a crevice behind stalactites, deep within the cavern. Radiocarbon dating indicates that they date back to around 1900 years ago. Experts consider this to be the best-preserved Roman weaponry discovered to date.
