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Andrew Tibbs explores why Scotland’s coasts and rivers mattered to the Roman army’s first-century campaigns.
What this video covers
This research talk examines the relationship between Roman military installations and the waterways of Scotland. Dr Andrew Tibbs considers the use of coasts and rivers during the first-century invasion, placing forts and camps within the landscapes through which soldiers moved.
The focus provides a useful alternative to following the campaigns only along roads or from one land battle to another. It asks viewers to consider water routes as part of military strategy and to connect archaeological sites with the terrain around them.
The recording formed part of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland’s Archaeological Research in Progress programme in 2021. It is particularly useful alongside maps of Roman sites and the wider account of Agricola’s campaigns.
About the video
Speaker: Dr Andrew Tibbs
Publisher/channel: Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
Uploaded: 25 May 2021
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