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Positions of Roman siege machines used during siege of Jerusalem have been discovered
Positions of Roman siege machines used during siege of Jerusalem have been discovered
Israeli researchers discovered the positions of Roman siege machines used during the famous siege of Jerusalem in 70 CE.
Scientists in their research relied on the local topography, the location of the Second Temple wall, and above all, the use of computer ballistic calculations on discovered ancient missiles.
As it turns out, a large part of the Roman ballistae that ejected stones was located in Cat Square (Khatulot Square), near the present city center.
Sources
- Archaeologist identifies position of Roman siege engines used during attack on Jerusalem, "Heritage Daily", 08.2022
