CultureAncient Roman firefighters' barracks may have been found near Colosseum

Archaeologists have uncovered a building dating to the second century near Rome’s Colosseum. The structure contains mosaics and frescoes. The city’s archaeological office said it may have served as barracks for ancient Roman firefighters. The possible identification links the decorated site to the organization of firefighting in ancient Rome.

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RReuters★★☆☆☆2026-08-05 14:25Original