In the book of Exodus in the Bible, Moses freed the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, and led them across the wilderness to the promised land of Canaan.

New ruins found near the River Jordan could offer proof of a nomadic people travelling into the land from Egypt in the 13th century BC – although some have doubts.

Until now there has been no historical evidence to back up the story – with many archaeologists believing the Israelites were native to Canaan.

The camp has not yet been dated – and other researchers are sceptical, saying that thousands of nomadic groups have travelled across the area.