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 Archaeologists have discovered a rare Roman prison in Corinth, Greece, dating back 1,600 years. The prison's graffiti contains dark pleas from prisoners, including one that asks "Lord, make them die an awful death" for those who imprisoned them. The findings provide valuable insights into the lives of ancient Roman prisoners and their struggles.

Source: https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/romans/lord-make-them-die-an-awful-death-prisoner-s-dark-pleas-found-etched-into-roman-era-prison