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Combs Edge 28491_029
Filename: 28491_029.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (22.4MB)
Date: 13th November 2013
Source: Historic England
Credit: @ Historic England Archive. Dave
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Combs Edge 28491_029
Promontory Fort on Combs Edge, Derbyshire, 2013
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 14883758
© Historic England Archive
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us on a journey through time, capturing the essence of Combs Edge's rich history. Titled "Combs Edge 28491_029" this image showcases a remarkable promontory fort nestled in the heart of Derbyshire. Taken by talented photographer Dave MacLeod in 2013, it offers a unique aerial perspective that allows us to appreciate the intricate details of this ancient earthwork. The fort itself stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resourcefulness, constructed centuries ago for strategic purposes. Its commanding position atop Combs Edge provides an awe-inspiring vantage point over the surrounding landscape, offering both protection and surveillance capabilities to its inhabitants. Through this photograph, we are transported back in time, imagining what life would have been like for those who once called this fort home. The earthworks' impressive scale and precise construction hint at the sheer effort and skill required to create such an enduring structure. Historic England has preserved this moment frozen in time, allowing us to marvel at our ancestors' achievements while fostering a deeper understanding of our shared heritage. As we gaze upon this image, we cannot help but feel connected to those who came before us – their stories etched into every stone and contour visible from above. Dave MacLeod's expertly captured photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst modernity's rapid pace, echoes of our past continue to shape our present landscapes.
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