Captivating view of Mount Vesuvius with vibrant blue sky in Campania, Italy.

Summer or autumn?

Many long claimed August 24. But clues point to autumn.

Mount Vesuvius 79 AD: The Date Debate

Colorful autumn fruit arrangement with leaves on rustic wood table.

Seasonal breadcrumbs

Excavations turned up autumn fruits, heavy clothing, and wine stored after harvest. A wind study found summer patterns don’t match the debris spread.

Mount Vesuvius 79 AD: The Date Debate

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