The myth of a lengthy siege has become intertwined with the story of Masada itself, and by extension, a part of Israeli history and identity. According to Dr. Stiebel, the tale of Masada ...

Their focus was on the Romans’ siege system, which left unusual evidence because of Masada’s geographic isolation and arid desert environment. “Based on the ancient historical testimony it ...

For this and for all the other details of Masada's history, we are dependent upon Josephus alone. Masada was captured by the Sicarii at the outbreak of the war in 66 CE. Taking arms from Herod's ...