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1967 Press Photo Archaeological Excavation In Israel Of Zealot Ruins Of Masada

This is an original press photo. Site of Zealots' last stand -- Aerial view made after completion of archaeological excavations shows the ruins of King Herod's palace on the northern end of Masada, the ancient rock fortress on the Dead Sea. It was here that a besieged band of Jewish patriots took their own lives, according to an ancient historian, rather than fall prisoners to the Romans. The dramatic 73 A.D. episode is subject of a major archaeological exhibit in New York. Archaeology. Israel. Photo measures 10.5 x 7.5inches. Photo is dated 10-25-1967.

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