Frontiers of the Roman Empire: The Hinterland of Hadrian̕s Wall: Frontieres de l'Empire Romain: L'arriere-pays du mur d'Hadrien

The frontiers of the Roman Empire together form the largest monument of one of the world's greatest ancient states. They stretch for some 7,500 km through 20 countries which encircle the Mediterranean Sea. The remains of these frontiers have been studied by visitors and later by archaeologists for several centuries. Many of the inscriptions and sculptures, weapons, pottery and artefacts created and used by the soldiers and civilians who lived on the frontier can be seen in museums. Equally ...