A Revolt The story of Bar Kochba - a hero or a fool? Few characters are as enigmatic as Simon Bar Cosiba better known as Shimon bar Kochba. Some call him a hero who, despite the desperate situation, tried to unite the Jewish people and overthrow the oppression of Rome. Others believe he was an egomaniac with almost Messianic illusions of grandeur.
Bar Kochba Revolt Objects found in the 'Cave of Letters' a known Bar Kochba camp:
Second Jewish Revolt - Bar Kochba Information on the second Jewish revolt, also known as the Bar Kochba Revolt after the epithet of the Jewish leader opposing Hadrian.
The Bar Kochba Period Chapter on the period provides an overview and archeological analysis. [PDF]