New Research Reveals Masada Siege Lasted Weeks, Not Years

Tel Aviv University study uses advanced technology to challenge long-held historical narrative about the Roman siege.

Researchers employed drones and 3D modeling to analyze the Roman siege system at Masada.
The study indicates the siege lasted between four and nine weeks, contrary to previous beliefs of a three-year duration.
Findings suggest the Romans built the siege infrastructure in about two weeks before launching a swift attack.
The legend of Masada has been a cornerstone of Israeli identity and historical narrative.
The study's conclusions call for a reevaluation of the historical accounts by Flavius Josephus.