1.9K views | Archaeologists excavate ancient sites to uncover their history by analyzing stratigraphy, the superimposed layers of earth. By using methods like tree-ring dating and radiocarbon dating, archaeologists can piece together the past. Comparing pottery styles is another way to date sites, similar to identifying iPhone models by year. Have you ever wondered about the past? #archaeology #history #excavation #datingmethods #ancienthistory #stratigraphy | Patheos | Facebook

Archaeological Discovery – August 2025: The Ancient Dam of Siloam, City of David In August 2025, archaeologists made a remarkable discovery in the ancient City of David, unearthing the remains of an ancient dam near the Pool of Siloam. This structure is believed to have been part of the sophisticated water system of Jerusalem dating back to the time of King Hezekiah (8th century B.C.). The dam, built with large stones and advanced engineering for its era, was likely designed to control water flo