2 human bodies found in ashes while trying to escape the catastrophe in Pompeii



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According to reports from the Italian agency ANSA, during excavations in Civita Giuliana, 700 meters from Pompeii, 2 human bodies were found covered in ash, thanks to the plaster cast technique.

As excavations continue at the archaeological site, which is closed to visitors as part of the new type of coronavirus (Covid-19) measures, it was claimed that one of the bodies found was a 40-year-old nobleman wearing a fur coat. , and the other was probably a slave of this nobleman in his 20s.

It was noted that the discovery took place in 2017, in the luxurious terraced structure previously located on a hill overlooking the Bay of Naples.

“This is an extraordinary discovery that shows how important Pompeii is not only for many tourists, but also for research and education in the world,” said Dario Franceschini, Italy’s Minister of Culture and Tourism.

“This discovery at Civita Giuliana is extremely important,” said Massimo Osanna, director of the Pompeii Archaeological Park.

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