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Originally Published 8 days ago — by ScienceAlert
A study of ancient waste from Vindolanda near Hadrian's Wall reveals Roman soldiers suffered from chronic gut infections and parasites like worms and Giardia, highlighting the harsh sanitary conditions and health challenges faced on the Roman frontier.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Yahoo
A study of ancient waste from Vindolanda reveals Roman soldiers suffered from chronic gut infections caused by parasites like worms and Giardia, highlighting poor sanitation and health issues on the Roman frontier, which likely weakened their military effectiveness.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by BBC
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Hexham Courant
The Vindolanda Charitable Trust is seeking new volunteers to participate in archaeological excavations at the Magna Roman Fort near Hadrian’s Wall, following the recent discovery of 32 ancient leather shoes, which has garnered significant interest and highlights the importance of local engagement with history.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ScienceAlert
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Excavations at Hadrian's Wall, the Roman Empire's northwestern boundary, are revealing a rich tapestry of everyday life, including personal items, letters, and evidence of a multicultural community. These finds challenge the notion of Roman military outposts as solely male-dominated spaces, showing that soldiers' families and civilians also lived and worked there. The discoveries, particularly at Vindolanda, include well-preserved organic materials like shoes, textiles, and writing tablets, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of both men and women in the Roman army.