Ukrainian troops uncover ancient Roman settlement while digging trenches in Kherson Oblast

“In Kherson Oblast, while fortifying the bank of Dnipro (River), border guards came across the remains of an ancient Roman settlement,” the message says.

An amphora fragment <span class="copyright">SBGS press service</span>
An amphora fragment SBGS press service
Pottery artefacts <span class="copyright">SBGS press service</span>
Pottery artefacts SBGS press service

“About one meter deep, fragments of amphoras and clay jars started to appear.”

The servicemen reported their find to local archaeologists. No further engineering work was done at the site, in order to preserve the valuable artefacts.

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“After the victory, an archaeological expedition will begin work here,” the message added.

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