2,000-year-old bullet with Julius Caesar's name unearthed, reveals new clues in Roman Civil war

2,000-year-old bullet with Julius Caesar's name unearthed, reveals new clues in Roman Civil war

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A 2,000-year-old lead bullet discovered in Spain in 2019, inscribed with "IPSCA" and "CAES," suggests local support for Julius Caesar during his civil war. Likely used in a slingshot, the bullet was found near Montilla, believed to be the Roman Munda. Researchers propose "IPSCA" refers to a town involved in the civil war, showing support for Caesar over Pompey. The inscription indicates Ipsca's allegiance and potential role in Caesar's victory, offering insights into indigenous city loyalties during the Roman civil war.

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