Archaeologists uncovered a monumental Roman cavalry horse cemetery in Stuttgart, featuring over 100 horse skeletons, the largest of its kind in southern Germany. Dating back to the 2nd century, the site was excavated in July 2022 as part of preparations for new construction. The findings suggest that horses were buried due to various reasons such as injury or illness, rather than in a mass casualty event. Additionally, one human skeleton was notably found among the horses, buried atypically on his stomach, hinting at unique burial practices.
"The site, believed to be a Roman horse cemetery, holds over 100 horse skeletons, marking it as the largest Roman cavalry horse burial ground in Southern Germany."
"Excavations suggest that the horses were buried due to illness or injury, not as a result of a singular catastrophic event like battle or epidemic."
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