“Ancient Secrets Unveiled: Remarkable Roman Military Camp Found High in the Swiss Alps”

"Ancient Secrets Unveiled: Remarkable Roman Military Camp Found High in the Swiss Alps"

Have you ever stumbled upon something that makes you wonder about the stories hidden in the mountains? Well, standing at a staggering 7,200 feet in the Swiss Alps, a recently discovered Roman military camp is literally rewriting history’s script. Imagine it—2,000 years ago, this very spot was alive with the hustle and bustle of Roman Legions preparing for a battle at the nearby Crap Ses Gorge during Emperor Augustus’ ambitious conquest of the Alps in 15 B.C.E. It’s mind-blowing to think about the soldiers who once camped here, their hopes and fears echoing through the majestic peaks. What were they thinking while gazing at those towering mountains? Perhaps they were dreaming of future glories—or just hoping for a decent meal! Dive deeper into this fascinating find as we explore a slice of history that has remained silent for millennia! The post Roman Military Camp Discovered In The Swiss Alps At 7,200 Feet appeared first on All That’s Interesting.

Dating back 2,000 years, this encampment was presumably used by the Roman Legions during a battle at nearby Crap Ses Gorge in 15 B.C.E., amid Emperor Augustus’ conquest of the Alps.

The post Roman Military Camp Discovered In The Swiss Alps At 7,200 Feet appeared first on All That's Interesting.

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