The site - King Alexander Jannaeus likely built the first fort on the site. Masada was upgraded by Herod the Great, King of Judaea, between 37 and 31 BCE as a secure refuge with improved walls, water system, rooms. Any here visited an old fort of some type?

The conflict - Lucius Flavius Silva was the Roman governor. Elazar ben Yai leader of the Jewish rebels. Tales say it took 3 years to assault the fortress, but recent finds likely two months at most. This consisted of a massive siege ramp. Does it blow your mind some ancient structures still exist?

Outcome - needless to say, this didn't turn out well for the rebels, but they had the final "blow". There was a four part mini series on Masada in 1981 I find well done. This is the entire first episode I don't expect any one to watch, but opening minutes show the place, explains significance. Plus a great Jerry Goldsmith score. Anyone on TW visited this place?