This essay explores the complex layers of history and resistance embedded in the landscape of Gaza, where both ancient and contemporary forces converge in the struggle for Palestinian identity and survival. Drawing on the rich archaeological heritage of the region, the piece examines how the ground, marked by layers of time, holds not only the physical remnants of past civilizations but also the scars of ongoing violence and resistance. The ground, often treated as a site of destruction by external powers, is reimagined as an active participant in Palestinian resistance—through the archaeological traces left by ancient civilizations, the contested layers of land, and the subterranean tunnels that have become lifelines for Gaza's people. The essay critiques the Western extraction and objectification of Palestinian artefacts, contrasting this with the deep, living connection Palestinians maintain with their land and its history. The narrative underscores the persistence of Palestinian resilience, as the land itself serves as a dynamic witness to cycles of destruction and regeneration, resisting efforts to erase its history. The essay ultimately argues that the ground of Gaza, both a battlefield and sanctuary, is a powerful symbol of the endurance and liberation of the Palestinian people, whose traces, whether ancient or contemporary, refuse to be extinguished.