Hadrian's Wall - Wikipedia
WEBHadrian's Wall (Latin: Vallum Hadriani, also known as the Roman Wall, Picts' Wall, or Vallum Aelium in Latin) is a former defensive fortification of the Roman province of Britannia, begun in AD 122 in the reign of the Emperor Hadrian. [1]
Hadrian’s Wall ‑ Map, Length & Height | HISTORY
WEBJan 19, 2018 · Hadrian's Wall is the remains of a line of stone fortifications built under Roman Emperor Hadrian following the conquest of Britain in the second century A.D.
Hadrian’s Wall | Roman History, England, UK | Britannica
WEBJul 23, 2024 · Hadrian’s Wall, continuous Roman defensive barrier that guarded the northwestern frontier of the province of Britain from barbarian invaders. The wall extended from coast to coast across the width of northern Britain; it ran for 73 miles (118 km) from Wallsend (Segedunum) on the River Tyne in the east to Bowness on the Solway Firth in …
Hadrian's Wall - English Heritage
WEBMarching 73 miles from coast to coast, Hadrian’s Wall was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire. Discover the remains of the forts, and towns that once kept watch over the Wall. See rare Roman artefacts and …
Hadrian's Wall - World History Encyclopedia
WEBNov 15, 2012 · Hadrian 's Wall (known in antiquity as the Vallum Hadriani or the Vallum Aelian) is a defensive frontier work in northern Britain which dates from 122 CE. The wall ran from coast to coast at a length of 73 statute miles (120 km).
How to Visit Hadrian's Wall: The Complete Guide - TripSavvy
WEBJun 26, 2019 · Hadrian's Wall, the northwest boundary of the Roman Empire, is the North of England's most popular attraction. Plan a visit with this complete guide.
History of Hadrian’s Wall - English Heritage
WEBHadrian’s Wall was the north-west frontier of the Roman empire for nearly 300 years. It was built by the Roman army on the orders of the emperor Hadrian following his visit to Britain in AD 122. At 73 miles (80 Roman miles) long, it crossed northern Britain from Wallsend on the River Tyne in the east to Bowness-on-Solway in the west.
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