During renovations of a soccer field in Vienna, a mass grave from the 1st century, containing the skeletal remains of warriors, was unearthed. This significant archaeological find, analyzed by experts at the Vienna Museum, points to the first known military conflict in the area involving Germanic tribes and Roman forces. The grave contains the remains of at least 129 individuals, possibly more, showing various signs of battle wounds. The burial method suggests a chaotic disposal rather than ritualistic cremation, marking a unique moment in Roman military history.
"Within the context of Roman acts of war, there are no comparable finds of fighters. Finding the dead, that is unique for the entire Roman history."
"They have various different battle wounds, which rules out execution. It is truly a battlefield," said Kristina Adler-Wölfl, head of Vienna city archaeological department.
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