Assyrian swimmers: 2,900-year-old carving of soldiers using inflatable goat skins to cross a river

A carved panel found at Nimrud depicts Assyrian soldiers swimming across a river and using inflatable goat skins as floaties.

Jun 23, 2025 - 11:16
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Assyrian swimmers: 2,900-year-old carving of soldiers using inflatable goat skins to cross a river
A carved panel found at Nimrud depicts Assyrian soldiers swimming across a river and using inflatable goat skins as floaties.