Hadrian's Wall was a long border line supported by forts, towers, and ditches. The structure is regarded as an important example demonstrating the Roman Empire's frontier policy in the northwest and its engineering capability.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Construction of Hadrian's Wall?
- During the reign of the Roman emperor Hadrian, beginning in 122 CE, a stone defensive wall was built in present-day northern England to protect the northern frontier of the province of Britannia.
- When did Construction of Hadrian's Wall happen?
- 122 CE