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About Digging Up An Ancient Roman Fort

In the south of Britain, archaeologists have discovered a large unrecorded Ancient Roman settlement, each artifact is a clue to how important this fort was to the Roman Empire's occupancy of Britain. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

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As a history documentary, Digging Up An Ancient Roman Fort uses digging, ancient, roman as its central frame. Historical documentaries interpret surviving evidence rather than simply replaying the past. Watch how archives, archaeology, expert interpretation and first-hand records are used, and note where uncertainty or competing explanations remain.

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Title
Digging Up An Ancient Roman Fort
Category
History
Runtime
60 minutes
Language
English

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