Neat News 2156 (added 2021-11-25)

Roman mosaic found in UK

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A mosaic from ancient Roman times has been found in Rutland, England. It is assumed to be part of a large villa, occupied between the 3rd and 4th century AD. The 11m times 7m mosaic shows a scene from Homer's Iliad and is considered as one of the most significant finds of its kind in Britain.

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News seen at: BBC - Science & Environment