Hadrians Wall - near Houseteads Wood
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Hadrians Wall - near Houseteads Wood
Hadrians Wall (Vallum Aelium, Roman Wall, Picts Wall, Vallum Hadriani) near Houseteads Wood - a defensive fortification in the Roman province of Britannia, begun in 122 AD in the reign of Emperor Hadrian. It stretched from the banks of the River Tyne near the North Sea in the east to the Solway Firth on the Irish Sea in the west, and formed the northern limit of the Roman Empire. Date: circa 1930s
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This evocative photograph captures the rugged beauty and historical significance of Hadrian's Wall, a remarkable fortification that once marked the northernmost boundary of the Roman Empire in Britannia. Built during the reign of Emperor Hadrian in 122 AD, the wall stretches over 73 miles from the River Tyne on the east coast to the Solway Firth on the Irish Sea. A testament to the engineering prowess of the ancient Romans, Hadrian's Wall was designed as a defensive barrier against the unyielding Scottish tribes, known as the Picts. The wall's construction was a feat of engineering, with sections consisting of a continuous curtain wall, fortified turrets, and milecastles. This photograph, taken circa 1930s near Houseteads Wood, offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the enduring allure and mystery of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ruins of Hadrian's Wall continue to captivate visitors from around the world, who come to marvel at the ingenuity and resilience of the Roman Empire.
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