On the circumstances of the burial of human remains in Hermonassa

Traces of fires and demolition in the northern part of Hermonassa were traced as a result of the study of the strata dating back to the third quarter of the 3rd century. Human remains of various completeness were found in the pits. Sex and age variability of the buried indicates a civilian population killed during the armed conflict, while decapitation and scalping marks can be considered as a marker that identifies the attackers. The pits were used as hygienic burials. Peaceful life in the settlement resumed in a short period of time after the attack.