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Building Hadrians Wall IC048_001
HADRIANs WALL, Cumbria. Reconstruction drawing by Philip Corke showing the construction of Hadrians Wall to the immediate west of Banks East Turret (Turret 52a), in the early second century AD. Workers are building the faces of the wall and filling the core of the wall with rubble. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 12075581
Filename: IC048_001.jpg
Size: 3513 x 5189 (23.3MB)
Date: 11th May 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Construction Graphic Illustration Roman Work Hadrian
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This evocative reconstruction drawing by Philip Corke, titled IC048_001, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past as it illustrates the construction process of Hadrian's Wall in the early second century AD. The image captures a pivotal moment in the wall's creation, with workers diligently building the faces of the wall and filling its core with rubble. Hadrian's Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an iconic symbol of Roman engineering and military might. Constructed under the orders of Emperor Hadrian between 122 and 128 AD, the wall stretches over 73 miles from Wallsend in the east to Bowness-on-Solway in the west, marking the northern boundary of the Roman Empire. The drawing beautifully illustrates the intricate process of constructing the wall. The workers are shown meticulously laying stones and mortar to form the outer face of the wall, while others fill the inner core with rubble. This technique, known as 'opus mixtum', was a common Roman building method that provided both strength and insulation. The scene is set against the rugged landscape of Cumbria, with the distinctive silhouette of Banks East Turret (Turret 52a) in the background. The turret, one of the many defensive structures along the wall, would have provided shelter for soldiers and served as a lookout point. This illustration not only showcases the remarkable engineering skills of the Roman builders but also offers a unique perspective on the daily life and labour involved in constructing such an impressive architectural feat. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Hadrian's Wall and the Roman Empire.
