Vindolanda
Discovery of ancient Roman shoes at Magna Fort leaves a very big impression.
With a collection of around 5,000 ancient leather shoes uncovered at Roman Vindolanda, the Vindolanda Charitable Trust has gained an amazing insight into the men, women and children who occupied this northern outpost from these very personal items of clothing. The collection includes tiny baby booties, elaborate summer sandals and marching boots. These ancient artefacts […]
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The Roman Army Museum is digging up the past and building for the future!
The Roman Army Museum is digging up the past and building for the future! History is for everyone, come join in there’s fun to be had for the whole family. by Danni Murphy The Roman Army Museum has had a huge revamp, with a gorgeous new cafe, a new activity centre, new exhibits, and many […]
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Oh my word, Magna-ificent
Oh my word, Magna-ificent Roman Magna is a new project that is about to get underway, and oh man, this looks set to change the history books. If, like myself, you have a passion for history, then you are in for a real treat as the 5-year excavation gets underway this July. The project “Roman […]
