Definition: Vindolandia is the name of a Roman fortress, constructed at the behest of Agricola in AD 79 after the conquest of northern Britain, located about 2 kilometers south of the best-preserved part of Hadrian's Wall in Northumbria. Eventually, the fort would be rebuilt seven times, the first five wooden structures, the last two built of stone. The garrison at Vindolandia apparently kept records on wooden tablets, some of which have survived. Written in Old Roman Cursive, the tablets provide a detailed look into life on the Roman frontier in the first few centuries AD.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
