Hester Stanhope Archaeological Excavations

Hester Stanhope Excavated at Ashkelon in Palestine

The indomitable spirit of Lady Hester Stanhope was not confined to her unorthodox travels and unconventional attire. In 1815, she embarked on a groundbreaking archaeological expedition that would leave an indelible mark on the history of exploration and diplomacy in the Middle East. Stanhope’s journey to the ruins of Ashkelon, a port city north of … Read more