Jamie H
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Hey y'all! I am Jamie from Mississippi, USA. I have taken several Future Learn classes about archaeology, Hadrian's wall and several others. I have always been fascinated all eras of the history of Britain and look forward to learning more about the Tudors.
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No doubt the church said ..... chaching, chaching, chaching. Amen.
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The bible is very fragile and using it will damage it. The pages with the family history have been photographed to preserve the information. No one knew of the bible's existence until it was discovered while cleaning out the house after the death of a 105 year old relative.
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I am an avid reader and I have an extensive collection of collectible books (mostly 1st editions and/or signed by the author), hardcover, softcover and paperbacks as well as a Kindle reader.
The "fanciest" book I have is an old family bible that was printed in 1665. The cover and spine are elaborately embossed leather and most of the gold leafing is still...
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Rural living has always been at a lower standard than urban living and is like that today. Employment opportunities are more abundant in and around cities where as in rural areas, employment is mostly agriculture related though undoubtedly there were masons, carpenters and other trade professions, though not as numerous as in the cities.
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The strategies were not as effective as the landowners and the wealthy wanted because it resulted in rebellion.
The social structure during this time was much different than today, however, I believe that these strategies helped social structure evolve to what it is today.
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The War of the Roses was just one of many important historical events in Britain. Remembering the event honors the memory of the participants and keeps the history relevant.
I believe that battlefield preservation is very important though it may not be feasible or practical. I believe that knowing the boundaries and layout of a battlefield allows for a...
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I do enjoy historical fiction about the War of the Roses (and several other historical periods), however, I equally enjoy the actual history of the period.
I think that historical novels introduce readers to a subject that they would otherwise not read about. It comes down to fiction vs non-fiction.
The primary goal of fiction is to entertain,...
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I live in the US but would definitely be interested in online classes.
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How to achieve a balance of research, preservation and tourism of the wall it the question that needs to be asked and solved.
Continuation of research of the wall is pertinent because, though a lot is known about the wall, there is so much more find. The archaeology in Britain is disappearing at an alarming rate that we will run out of time sooner than...
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Even though the wall is a little less than 2000 years old, it is still contemporary. When I visit Britain, I am always awed when I see an old structure next to a contemporary new building. They compliment each other and show that history is respected held in high regard but because it is the 21st century and Britain is keeping up with the times.
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This is probably a stretch of the imagination but this sounds pagan to me. Though Christianity was practiced in the area, undoubtedly paganism was still active. The 2 individuals, possibly Christians, could have been sacrificed and placed in such a location as a ward/talisman/spell with the intent to do harm or bring ill tidings to the Christians.
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The could have possibly been non-Roman. It depends on whether the Romans completely abandoned the the fort or a few stayed behind. I think it is logical that some Romans stayed behind possibly in an official capacity but more likely as retirees. Staying at the fort and convert it to one's convenience, and comfort and protection seems the logical thing to...
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Modern society keeps paganism alive and well. Many of our holidays have pagan origins, i.e., Halloween, Valentines Day, May Day, as do Christian holidays, i.e., Christmas, Easter, Hanukkah . Variations of the cross were used by pagans long before the birth or Jesus. The older churches in Britain ironically have pagan carvings.
Religion on the frontier...
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Very interesting and enjoyable.
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I would put a trench in at the northern most Bronze age burial mounds because I am curious to know if the are actually isolated or are surrounded by yet unknown mounds. The second trench would be at the Villa. Both trenches would cut through the villa and a burial mound.
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My guess is that Neolithic things and practices from continental Europe probably came across by boat. I believe that the channel was much narrower during that time. I wonder if small areas of the land bridge would have still been above water.
I think growing one’s own food and raising livestock is at unpredictable as gathering wild plant foods and...
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I think a dig should begin with the least intrusive technique then progress through the other techniques until there is a good idea what is there and the best way to find it.
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Archaeology is important because it provides tangible evidence of the past that is consistent with known history and can increase knowledge or create a mystery with each find.
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I agree that he was an enemy and his head was put on a spike as a warning to those north of the wall. I think the dog is coincidental.
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Like everything else related to the Roman army, even drinking vessels segregated the different classes.
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I think that surviving 25 years in the Roman was quite an amazing, hard earned feat and worthy of recognition. These diplomas had to be prized possessions of the recipients. Roman citizenship came with social perks and status which these men definitely deserved.
I am not fluent in Latin but my guess is that are 13-15 different units listed.
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I would think that the majority of the army would have been placed along the perimeter of the expansive empire in more hostile areas. Whereas those in the inner areas served in more of a policing role in the conquered regions.
I think that Rome would have kept army from the same area together with Roman citizens as officers. I think mixing the different...
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I think that it is very likely that there was a battle somewhere north of the wall, it was more likely a defeat not a victory. If the Romans had won such a great battle at Mons Graupius, why did they stop there? Why didn't they push on and take all of Scotland, Orkney and Shetland? The Roman army seldom won battles then retreated. I am by no means an...
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The Roman army was an ethnic melting pot of Europe. I am sure some embraced "being Roman" wholeheartedly while others did not. Those who did not were probably residents of a wolf den.
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I do not live or work in Scotland (wish I did), but I consider myself Scottish because of my DNA, genealogy and mentality. :)
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So many excellent comments!!! I think the wall was built for many purposes. Obviously defense, but since it was the northern most boundary between Roman Britain and the alleged barbaric north, I think that self sufficiency would be vital to supplying the army. Trade with the locals on both sides of the walls helped supplement the supplies provided by the army.
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I think it was for defense because there were likely attacks from all directions because of the easy access from the coast.
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I think he is a successful trader communicating with an army quartermaster. The volume of the goods he is procuring indicates the daunting task of supplying an army. If he is one trader there are probably many others.
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The tablet from overseas man is interesting. He undoubtedly believes that he was wronged. It is difficult to determine if he had already been beaten or if he was is awaiting his initial punishment. It is interesting that he does not ask for compensation or an apology only not to be beaten. Perhaps it was important for him to mention that he is from...
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Perhaps they were sisters of circumstance. They were obviously Romans, but I question as to whether they were actually from Rome. They could have been from anywhere or descendants of a Romanized tribe of Britain.
Regardless of their nationality, as the commanders' wives, they undoubtedly had the privileges of their husbands' rank but they were isolated...
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The amount of archaeology in Britain never ceases to amaze me. I live in Mississippi and the oldest finds are some Indian mounds, flint arrow heads or spears. There other sites are < 400 years old. If I lived in Britain, my gardens would be one big trench. :-)
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I believe that histories written long after the key players are long dead are based on the writer's interpretation of the history. IHMO these interpretations are strongly influenced by the writer's opinion or beliefs The Romans invaded Britain almost 2000 years ago so we will never have the opportunity to know the people as individuals.
Archaeology gives...
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Jamie H replied to Micaela Kristin-Kali
I have been a fan of Time Team for a long time. A lot of what I learned on the shows have been mentioned in this class. I recommend watching a few episodes. Not only are they very educational, they are quite entertaining.
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I believe that travel and commerce continued on both both sides of the wall and travelers could visit both sides. I assume that the Romans promoted trade with the locals for supplies. I am certain there were the shady traders who ran "black market" businesses with the less than honorable Romans.
Additionally, I believe that the wall could be crossed...
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The 2 statues seem to be the Ying and Yang of Rome society. The left one represents the philosophical, educated citizens and the one on the right represents the military might of Rome in all it's glory and horror.
I think Hadrian embodies both of these facets of Rome during this era.