Evidence of a Roman Crucifixion Found in Cambridgeshire (2021)
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The remains of a Roman crucifixion victim were discovered in Cambridgeshire, providing rare evidence of this form of execution in the Roman Empire, with the find sparking interest in the historical context of the practice.
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JoeAltmaier
2 months ago
Were other bones perforated as well? Evidence of multiple nail injuries would be the 'nail in the coffin' for the conclusion of crucifixion.
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