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Stonea Camp 27422_001
Filename: 27422_001.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (3.7MB)
Date: 19th March 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Staff Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Stonea Camp 27422_001
Stonea Camp, Cambridgeshire. Lying in the Fens near March, this is the lowest Iron Age hillfort in Britain. The earthwork remains of banks and ditches enclose a dry space rising out of what would have been flooded marshes
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Media ID 12105953
© Historic England Archive
Archaeology Earthwork Hillfort Iron Age
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial print by Damian Grady showcases the remarkable Stonea Camp, located in Cambridgeshire. Nestled amidst the enchanting Fens near March, this ancient site holds great historical significance as it stands as the lowest Iron Age hillfort in all of Britain. The image beautifully captures the earthwork remains that enclose a dry space within this once-flooded marshland. The intricate network of banks and ditches depicted in this photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of our ancestors. It is awe-inspiring to witness how they strategically constructed these fortifications to protect their community from potential threats during the Iron Age era. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene, we are transported back in time, envisioning what life might have been like for those who inhabited Stonea Camp centuries ago. The photo invites us to reflect on their resilience and resourcefulness in adapting to their natural surroundings. Damian Grady's expertly captured aerial perspective allows us to appreciate not only the archaeological significance but also the sheer beauty of this historic landscape. This stunning print is a true treasure for history enthusiasts and admirers of ancient civilizations alike, serving as a poignant reminder of our rich heritage rooted deep within England's soil.
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