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Large Roman shoes discovered at Magna Roman Fort in Northumberland, with some over 30cm long, are set to be displayed at the Roman Army Museum. The size suggests they belonged to taller individuals, possibly from specialized military units, but the exact reason for their size and the individuals' roles remain a mystery pending further excavations. The shoes' preservation is due to the site's low oxygen soil conditions.
Archaeologists have discovered unusually large Roman shoes at Magna Fort near Hadrian’s Wall, suggesting the presence of exceptionally tall soldiers or inhabitants, raising questions about the diversity and lives of the fort’s ancient occupants. The find includes over 30 shoes, some larger than modern size 13.5, and offers insights into Roman military life and the challenges of preserving ancient artifacts amid climate change.
Archaeologists in northern England have discovered over 2,000-year-old unusually large Roman shoes at Magna Roman Fort, raising questions about the diversity of Roman soldiers and their origins, with the preservation conditions at the site allowing these organic artifacts to survive for millennia.
Archaeologists in northern England have discovered a collection of unusually large 2,000-year-old Roman shoes at Magna Roman Fort, prompting questions about the people and regiments stationed there, and highlighting the diversity of the Roman Empire.
Archaeologists in northern England have discovered the largest Roman shoes ever found at Magna fort near Hadrian's Wall, with some measuring over 12 inches, suggesting significant size variation in ancient Roman footwear and raising questions about the diversity of the population there.