Siege of Jerusalem (70 CE)

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The Siege of Jerusalem in the year 70 CE was the decisive event of the First Jewish–Roman War, in which the Roman army captured the city of Jerusalem and destroyed both the city and its Temple.

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It is said that 1.1 million non-combatants died in the siege. 60,000 Jews were taken captive, and forced into slavery.