Polish archaeologists in Berenike have discovered papyruses listing Roman centurions stationed in Egypt, found alongside pottery from Italy, Roman coins, and a distinctive coat buckle, possibly within the remains of a centurion's office! In addition, they uncovered over 200 additional burials of monkeys, dogs, and cats at a ‘pet cemetery’ dating back to the 1st and 2nd centuries, which revealed an assortment of exclusive ceramics from Italy, the Mediterranean, Africa, and India. Additionally, there were also several Roman coins and a fibula—a common cloak fastener used by legionaries. The site yielded ostraca (text fragments on pottery) and, most significantly, several papyri. The Roman Legions: The Organized Military Force Of The Roman Empire Asian and Nubian Influences Found In Ptolemaic Era Statues in Berenice Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient WritingsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyRead Later