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Tour
Roman Scotland
Roman
Scotland (Historic Scotland S.)
The Romans tried to conquer Scotland three times 2000 years
ago. These forays have left their mark, which can still be seen
in the form of earthworks, the remains of forts and frontiers
constructed by the army. This study shows the effect of these
periods of occupation on Scotland and its people.
A
Gathering of Eagles
Designed throughout with colourful and detailed illustrations,
A Gathering of Eagles outlines in an original and authoritative
way the story of the Roman presence in Scotland. It includes
new evidence about the earliest penetration of Scotland, new
clues to a possible seaborne assault by the Imperial army and
reassessments of the contributions of individual legions. The
book includes an in-depth analysis of the important Roman fortifications
at Burnswark, as well as listing other Roman sites that can
be visited across Scotland. This book is part of a newly updated
edition of the acclaimed Making of Scotland series produced
by Historic Scotland and Birlinn which provides lively, accessible
and up-to-date introductions to key themes and periods in Scottish
history and prehistory.
The
Legacy of Rome: Scotland S Roman Remains
As an outpost of empire, Scotland played a significant, if unusual,
role in the Roman world. The south and east were occupied intermittently
from AD 79 to the early third century, while the north and west
remained outside Roman control, though certainly not beyond
its influence. The conquest was therefore incomplete in Scotland,
and military occupation was not followed up by a period of peaceful
development; no towns were built, and surviving remains are
of camps and forts for the most part. Despite this, the Romans
left an important imprint on Scotland. Much documentary evidence
sheds light on the native population and archaeological research
has led to detailed understanding of the range and distribution
of the forts and other sites, and aerial photography has made
possible a number of discoveries, filled gaps in our knowledge
and opened new avenues of enquiries. Scotland's Roman Remains
was first published in 1986. This new edition incorporates a
large amount of new material based on discoveries and research
which have occurred during the intervening years. It is the
only guidebook to Roman remains specifically in Scotland.
The
Romans in Scotland: Activity Book (Scottie Books)
This book gives a fascinating glimpse into life at the most
northern edge of the Roman Empire. What was it like for a Roman
soldier to serve on this frontier? How did the Celtic tribes
face the Roman invaders? Find out about life in a Roman fort.
How and where did Roman soldiers live in Scotland? What did
they eat? What gods and goddesses did they worship? How did
they enjoy themselves? Learn about Roman technology and medicine
and how trade developed. Tour
Roman Scotland.
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