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What if ancient ammunition could make a terrifying sound as it flew?

At Burnswark Hill in Scotland, archaeologists found Roman-era lead sling bullets, including a notable group with drilled holes. Researchers have suggested these holes may have produced a whistling sound in flight, potentially adding a psychological effect to the weapon. The interpretation remains a hypothesis rather than a universal explanation for Roman sling bullets.

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Transcript
00:01Imagine Roman soldiers firing bullets that screamed through the air.
00:09Some Roman-era lead bullets found in Scotland were deliberately drilled with holes.
00:18Researchers think the strange sound may have made the projectiles even more terrifying.
00:24Before the enemy even saw the Roman line, they heard it coming.
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