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Hadrians Wall N070307
HADRIANs WALL, Northumberland. View looking west from Shield on the Wall. Sheep grazing at sunset. hadrian. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 484903
Filename: N070307.jpg
Size: 5175 x 3512 (12.5MB)
Date: 1st January 2000
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
Animal Cloud D Usk Defence Landscape Moor Land Orange Roman Rural Sheep Wall
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Basking in the golden glow of the setting sun, Hadrian's Wall stands as a testament to the rich history and resilience of the land and its people. In this image by James O. Davies, the orange and brown hues of the ancient Roman defensive structure contrast beautifully with the lush, green moorland that surrounds it. The wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stretches for over 70 miles across the northern border of England, a reminder of the Roman Empire's enduring legacy. As the day draws to a close, the tranquil scene is dotted with grazing sheep, their white forms silhouetted against the backdrop of the wall. The clouds, painted in shades of pink and orange, mirror the colors of the sunset, creating a breathtaking tableau. The rural setting, with its undulating terrain and natural beauty, is a stark contrast to the military history that the wall represents. Hadrian's Wall, built around AD 122, was a defensive fortification designed to protect the Roman province of Britannia from the raids of the Scottish tribes. It is a symbol of the strength and determination of the Roman Empire, as well as a reminder of the ever-changing relationship between man and nature. This photograph, taken at Shield on the Wall in Northumberland, invites us to pause and reflect on the past, while also celebrating the present beauty of the landscape. The image is a poignant reminder that history is not just something to be read about in books, but a living, breathing entity that surrounds us and shapes our world.
