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Briefing: Ancient sling bullet delivers a 2,100-year-old taunt: 'Learn your lesson!'
Strategic angle: A discovery at Hippos reveals lead sling bullets used in ancient warfare, inscribed with a message.
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Updated 22 days ago
The recent excavation at Hippos has revealed 70 lead sling bullets, which are significant artifacts from ancient warfare, dating back 2,100 years.
These sling bullets were utilized as hand-thrown projectiles, indicating a tactical approach to combat in ancient times.
The inscriptions found on the bullets suggest a psychological element to warfare, as they appear to convey taunts directed at adversaries, reflecting the social dynamics of conflict.