Large Roman fort built by Caligula discovered near Amsterdam

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  1. robinjojo

    robinjojo Well-Known Member

    As ancient coin collectors and students of history, this interesting article appeared in today's Guardian, regarding a Roman fort on the Dutch coast that apparently played a pivotal role in Claudius' invasion of Britain in 43 AD, providing protection to the northern flank of the his invading fleet as it crossed the Channel from Boulogne to Britain.

    https://www.theguardian.com/world/2...-by-caligula-discovered-velsen-near-amsterdam
     
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    robinjojo, Dec 27, 2021
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  3. Julius Germanicus

    Julius Germanicus Well-Known Member

    Awesome news! Thank you for sharing!!!
     
    Julius Germanicus, Dec 27, 2021
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  4. ancient coin hunter

    ancient coin hunter 3rd Century Usurper

    Pretty cool article - thanks.
     
    ancient coin hunter, Dec 27, 2021
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  5. robinjojo

    robinjojo Well-Known Member

    It is indeed an interesting article. Until I read it, I was unaware that Caligula constructed the fort with an eye to invade and occupy Britain, only to be thwarted by an assassin's blade.
     
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  6. Herodotus

    Herodotus Well-Known Member

    I imagine the site to be devoid of seashells.
     
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