Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a 3,200-year-old military barrack at Tell Al-Abqain, where they unearthed a bronze sword inscribed with the name of Pharaoh Ramses II, as reported by Fox News. The sword, found in a small room of the barrack, is believed to have belonged to a high-ranking military officer, illustrating Ramses II’s military dominance, according to The Sun.
“The mission discovered a long bronze sword decorated with engravings of the cartouche of King Ramses II,” the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced, as reported by RBC. The bronze sword features engravings of the Egyptian king’s name and titles, indicating status and prestige, and was meant for battle, according to Ahmed El Kharadli, as noted by The Sun.
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