Roman fort found in Wales could prove myth of emperor’s camp is real
Summary
Archaeologists discovered a Roman fort in Pembrokeshire, Wales, that supports a medieval story about Emperor Magnus Maximus camping in the area. The site contains Roman coins and other artifacts dating from the fourth century, suggesting the tale in the Welsh Mabinogion stories is based on real events.Key Facts
- The fort was found near Frenni Fawr hill in the Preseli Hills, Wales.
- It measures about 180 by 150 meters and likely housed around 500 Roman troops.
- The discovery includes fourth-century coins and Roman tiles.
- Dr. Mark Merrony of Oxford University led the excavation and is a Roman history specialist.
- The fort’s shape is typical of Roman military sites, with rounded corners and a straight road.
- The findings challenge the idea that local Celtic tribes were always peaceful with Romans.
- The fort matches descriptions in the medieval Welsh tale "The Dream of Macsen Wledig" from the Mabinogion.
- Dr. Merrony’s research will be published in the archaeology magazine Antiqvvs and included in his upcoming book on Roman emperors.
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