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Linton 33712_021
Rectilinear enclosure crop mark showing in the hot summer of 2018, near Linton, Cambridgeshire, 2018. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 25847783
Filename: 33712_021.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (11.2MB)
Date: 28th July 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © His toric England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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This aerial photograph captures the intriguing beauty of Linton, Cambridgeshire during the scorching summer of 2018. The image focuses on a remarkable rectilinear enclosure crop mark that emerges from the golden landscape like an ancient secret waiting to be unveiled. Damian Grady's skilled lens perfectly encapsulates the enigmatic allure of this historical site. The intense heatwave has cast its spell over the land, revealing hidden traces of human activity etched into the earth's surface. This mesmerizing crop mark, with its distinct geometric shape, hints at a long-forgotten past and invites us to delve deeper into Linton's rich history. As we gaze upon this print by Historic England, our imagination takes flight as we envision what stories lie beneath these seemingly ordinary fields. What purpose did this enclosure serve? Who were its inhabitants? These questions linger in our minds as we contemplate the mysteries concealed within these ancient boundaries. Grady's expert composition allows us to appreciate not only the archaeological significance but also the sheer visual splendor of this discovery. The vibrant hues of green and gold create a striking contrast against each other, highlighting both nature's resilience and humanity's imprint on the landscape. In this single frame captured by Damian Grady, time seems suspended as past and present merge seamlessly together. It is through photographs like these that we are reminded of our connection to those who came before us and inspired to preserve their legacy for generations yet to come.
