Excavation at Pompeii Reveals Details About Family's Survival During Mt. Vesuvius Eruption
Excavation at Pompeii reveals details about a family's fight for survival during Mt. Vesuvius eruption in 79 A.D. with evidence of residents' attempts to save themselves. Archaeologists found remains of at least four people, including a child, and various pantry items that paint a vivid picture of daily life in Ancient Rome.
Key Points
- Remains of at least four people found, including a child
- Pantry items discovered offer insight into daily life in Ancient Rome
- Residents tried to protect themselves by barricading a room with a bed
Pros
- Reveals insights into the final moments of a family during a tragic event
- Provides evidence of residents' attempts to save themselves from the eruption