Pompeii

Pompeii was an ancient city in the Roman Empire.

Background
Pompeii was destroyed after the nearby volcano Mount Vesuvius erupted, burying the city in volcanic ash. The archaeologist exam at the Pioneer Scout camp has a question that directly references the events. It asks "Alfonso took a trip to Europe and saw the ruins of Pompeii. He learned that a famous volcano erupted, and buried the city in ash. Which volcano?" Mount Vesuvius is the correct answer to the question.

Appearances
Pompeii is mentioned