Nail through Ankle Bone

One of the most extreme execution practices in the Roman world was crucifixion. Such a prolonged and painful death was reserved for the enslaved and free non-citizens. These remains belong to an adult male who is the only probable crucifixion victim discovered in Roman Britain. One anklebone still holds the iron nail with which he was transfixed. Citizen soldiers gave up their rights when they enlisted, making crucifixion for desertion or cowardice an ever-present threat for troops.
Fenstanton, Cambridgeshire
AD 100-200

From the 'Legion - Life in the Roman Army' exhibition.