Remains of Roman camp discovered in eastern Switzerland

Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a 2,000-year-old Roman camp in canton Graubünden, eastern Switzerland. The site, at an altitude of 2,200 metres, is of international significance, according to the Graubünden Archaeological Service. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The military camp was protected by three ditches and an embankment. Its strategic position enabled it to control the surrounding valleys and passes, the cantonal culture office reported on Thursday. Archaeologists have already found weapons and equipment belonging to Roman soldiers, including lead slingshot projectiles and shoe nails. The marks on the projectiles suggest a link with a known ancient battlefield 900 metres below. + Swiss Roman battle site reveals hidden secrets of historic clash "The sensational discovery of a Roman military camp in Graubünden once again underlines the fact that archaeological research in 'Roman Switzerland' continues to produce wonderful surprises," ...