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Ancient home shows evidence of how Pompeiians tried to shelter from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius
Excavations in Pompeii revealed that four people, including a child, tried to seek shelter from the eruption of Mount ...
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These Ancient Scrolls Have Been a Tantalizing Mystery for 2,000 Years. Researchers Just Deciphered a Title for the First Time
Mount Vesuvius' eruption preserved the Herculaneum scrolls beneath a blanket of ash. Two millennia later, X-ray scans show ...
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A Pompeii Family Tried To Save Their Own Lives By Barricading Themselves In A Bedroom
At an ancient residence called the House of Helle and Phrixus, a Pompeii family tried to save themselves from Mount […] ...
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Pompeii’s Most Fascinating Finds of the Decade—So Far
Every year, archeologists stumble across remains that shed light on the culture, politics, and daily life of Pompeii.
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By Shoving a Bed Frame Against the Door, This Pompeii Family Tried to Survive Mount Vesuvius' Eruption
In 79 C.E., Mount Vesuvius erupted, spewing ash and small volcanic pellets known as lapilli over the city of Pompeii. Nearly ...
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New Pompeii discovery showcases desperate attempt for survival from eruption
The city of Pompeii has been buried by Mount Vesuvius's eruption since 79 AD, and it's one of the most well-known ...
New Pompeii discovery reveals the tragic true extent of human suffering
A chilling new discovery at the site of Pompeii reveals the tragic true extent of human suffering 2000 years after the ...
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‘Tragedy’: Four dead after cable car crash in Italy
He described the incident as “a tragedy”. The cable car gives passengers view of Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples. Fog, wind and rain were hampering rescue efforts. Another cable ...