Enormous Roman Excavation Reveals New Secrets About Ancient Life
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Enormous Roman Excavation Reveals New Secrets About Ancient Life

B1IntermediateNovember 13, 202656 min
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In this episode of Digging for Britain, archaeologists uncover remarkable Roman history across the UK. From Hadrian's Wall to Vindolanda Fort, they explore ancient military roads, forts, and a well-preserved Roman village. Notable finds include a rare glass bead, a Roman soldier's helmet, and a silver coin dating back to 222 AD. At Uden Villa, a grim discovery of 97 infant burials suggests a dark past, possibly linked to a brothel. The episode also explores the construction of a new highway, offering a final glimpse at Iron Age settlements before they are covered forever. Uploaded 02-10-24 💚 Joi...

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We might be a small island but we've got a big history. Everywhere you stand there are worlds beneath your feet and so every year hundreds of archaeologists across Britain go looking for more clues. Who lived here, when and how?

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You can even see the architecture of the bone inside the jaw there. Archaeology is a complex jigsaw puzzle, drawing together everything from skeletons to swords,

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temples to treasure. She's got a very cartoon-like face, isn't she? Uh-huh. From Orkney to Devon, we're joining this year's Quest

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