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Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia.

Mario Novak, Orhan Efe Yavuz, Mario Carić, Slavica Filipović, Cosimo Posth

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a generally positive reception, with mentions of Croatia's archaeological discoveries and references to the battle of Mursa, using words like 'discovered' and 'interesting.' The tone focuses on curiosity and factual reporting, which influences the moderate scores for agreement and impact, while the lack of in-depth analysis results in neutral engagement levels.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the study provides valuable insights into Roman history and archaeology.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate curiosity about the archaeological findings and historical context.

EngagementNeutral engagement

Although some posts reference the study directly, few engage deeply with the details or implications.

ImpactModerate impact

The shared information is seen as important for understanding Roman military and societal history, but doesn't spark widespread debate.

Abstract in brief

  • The study focuses on a mass grave with seven well-preserved skeletons found in Mursa (modern-day Osijek, Croatia), dating back to the mid-3rd century CE, which was likely the result of a catastrophic event during the Crisis of the Third Century, possibly the Battle of Mursa in 260 CE.
  • Bioarchaeological findings reveal all skeletons are adult males with various injuries and health issues, and isotope analysis shows they had a diet mainly based on plants with limited meat and marine resources.
  • DNA analysis indicates these individuals had diverse ancestries and were not genetically related to the earlier local population, suggesting they were Roman soldiers who died in a specific historical conflict rather than local residents.]
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Nrken19
@nrken19 · X

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia https://t.co/GVwwaov0J6

Oct 15, 2025 · 15 likes · 75,845 followers View post →
Edu_F
@RybalkoTankArmy · X

Descoberta una fossa comuna amb les restes de soldats romans executats el Segle III durant la rebel·lió d'Ingenio contra l'Emperador Galiè. Truculent però interessant

Oct 16, 2025 · 4 likes · 1,735 followers View post →
Rule Sancheski
@_rojirin_ · X

@abian362 @Aerrt57 https://t.co/E5X9JbfvWS Aquí el artículo

Oct 18, 2025 · 2 likes · 1,156 followers View post →
Bartelds
@bartelds.bsky.social · Bluesky

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...

Oct 23, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share View post →
おやつMaster（考古学のおやつ）
@OyatsuMaster · X

#考古学のおやつ 3/3 ▶ Mario Novak

Oct 15, 2025 · 1 like · 4,245 followers View post →
Lord Timothy J Kalki
@Timothy_J_Kalki · X

@ReysukaXO Hey Dino Mommy, Look what I found: A hotter girl talking about dinosaurs and paleontology in a more competent way She doesn't need to show off for the camera or talk down to her audience Now please go away https://t.co/SIIMMNB973

Nov 3, 2025 · 1 like · 88 followers View post →

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Lord Timothy J Kalki
@Timothy_J_Kalki · X

@ReysukaXO Hey Dino Mommy, Look what I found: A hotter girl talking about dinosaurs and paleontology in a more competent way She doesn't need to show off for the camera or talk down to her audience Now please go away https://t.co/SIIMMNB973

Nov 3, 2025 · 1 like · 88 followers View post →
Ordo Fraterna Fibonacci
@OrdoFibonacci · X

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia PLOS ONE https://t.co/qWyyBgIwGf

Oct 23, 2025 · 2,569 followers View post →
Ordo Fraterna Fibonacci
@ordofibonacci.bsky.social · Bluesky

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia PLOS ONE doi.org/10.1371/jour...

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Bartelds
@bartelds.bsky.social · Bluesky

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...

Oct 23, 2025 · 2 likes · 1 share View post →
Fritz Lansinger
@lansinger80485 · X

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Oct 22, 2025 · 204 followers View post →
Andy_Weeble_Weaver
@AndrewW66619812 · X

The paper in "PLOS One" the above "BBC News" article is bssed upon, & links to: “Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia” 2/ https://t.co/QzujJqZy9e

Oct 19, 2025 · 4,341 followers View post →
matiere*
@matiere · X

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia | PLOS One https://t.co/FeLhzfAl4V Published: October 15, 2025

Oct 19, 2025 · 2,856 followers View post →
Michelle
@michellezenner · X

Lots to discover in Croatia! https://t.co/rn2qnAlL43

Oct 18, 2025 · 1,551 followers View post →
Rule Sancheski
@_rojirin_ · X

@abian362 @Aerrt57 https://t.co/E5X9JbfvWS Aquí el artículo

Oct 18, 2025 · 2 likes · 1,156 followers View post →
rogueclassicist ~ david meadows
@rogueclassicist.bsky.social · Bluesky

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia | PLOS One journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...

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rogueclassicist ~ david meadows
@rogueclassicist · X

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia | PLOS One https://t.co/jwODr2rE6z

Oct 16, 2025 · 22,421 followers View post →
Edu_F
@RybalkoTankArmy · X

Descoberta una fossa comuna amb les restes de soldats romans executats el Segle III durant la rebel·lió d'Ingenio contra l'Emperador Galiè. Truculent però interessant

Oct 16, 2025 · 4 likes · 1,735 followers View post →
Institute for Anthropological Research
@InstitutFacebo1 · X

INANTRO experts published the study "Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia" in PLOS One. It investigates the remains of Roman soldiers from the battle of Mursa in 260 CE. https://t.co/JsCcMEX3ll https://t.co/KoVf4x28g4

Oct 16, 2025 · 19 followers View post →
おやつMaster（考古学のおやつ）
@OyatsuMaster · X

#考古学のおやつ 3/3 ▶ Mario Novak

Oct 15, 2025 · 1 like · 4,245 followers View post →
おやつMaster（考古学のおやつ）
@oyatsumaster.bsky.social · Bluesky

#考古学のおやつ 2/2 ▶ Mario Novak

Oct 15, 2025 View post →
Nrken19
@nrken19 · X

Multidisciplinary study of human remains from the 3rd century mass grave in the Roman city of Mursa, Croatia https://t.co/GVwwaov0J6

Oct 15, 2025 · 15 likes · 75,845 followers View post →