Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a 2,000-year-old Roman sandal near an ancient military fort in Oberstimm, Bavaria in Germany. The discovery was made while conducting excavation work at a civilian settlement on the outskirts of the Roman fort. According to the Bavarian State Office for Monument Preservation (BLfD), the settlement was occupied sometime between 60 and 130 AD. The sandal or caliga, was identified using X-ray imaging, where it was determined that it was worn by a Roman soldier and fitted with iron nails on the bottom for traction. This type of footwear was essential for soldiers traversing rough terrains, much like modern cleats. Caesars Loved Tweezers! Plucking Romans Were Obsessed With Hair Removal Roman Armor, the Backbone of the Ferocious Roman Warrior In a statement, a consultant at the BLfD, Amira Adaileh, explained the significance of such a find: “So-called caligae were mainly worn by Roman soldiers during the Roman Empire. The discovery illustrates that the practices, lifestyles, and even the clothing that the Romans brought to Bavaria were adopted by the local people.” Read moreSection: ArtifactsAncient TechnologyNewsHistory & ArchaeologyRead Later