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Photographic Print : Black Carts Turret, Northumberland K850161
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Black Carts Turret, Northumberland K850161
HADRIANs WALL: BLACK CARTS TURRET, Northumberland. View of turret and wall
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 4521807
© Historic England
10"x10" Photo Print
Discover the historical beauty of England's past with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This stunning image, "Black Carts Turret, Northumberland K850161" by Historic England Photo Library, showcases the majestic Black Carts Turret along Hadrian's Wall. Witness the rich history and intricate details of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site in high-quality print, perfect for enhancing the aesthetic of your home or office. Bring history to life with our authentic and captivating photographic prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Black Carts Turret - A Piece of Roman Engineering at Hadrian's Wall, Northumberland Black Carts Turret, located in Northumberland, England, is a remarkable remnant of the grand Roman fortification system known as Hadrian's Wall. This ancient structure, captured in the Historic England Photo Library image K850161, showcases the enduring legacy of Roman engineering and military strategy. Hadrian's Wall, built around AD 122, was an impressive defensive barrier spanning approximately 73 miles from the Tyne to the Solway Firth. Its primary purpose was to protect the Roman province of Britannia from the northern tribes. The wall was not a continuous structure but rather a series of forts, milecastles, and turrets, of which Black Carts Turret is an excellent example. Black Carts Turret, named after the nearby farm, is a small, circular structure measuring about 8 meters in diameter. It was designed to house a garrison of soldiers who would monitor the surrounding terrain and provide early warning of any potential threats. The turret's thick walls and small windows were built to withstand attacks, making it an essential component of the wall's defensive system. The image reveals the turret's impressive stonework and the remnants of the wall that once connected it to other fortifications. The rugged landscape, dotted with trees and rolling hills, adds to the sense of history and tranquility. The image also offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to imagine the daily life of the Roman soldiers stationed here long ago. Black Carts Turret stands as a testament to the Roman Empire's engineering prowess and its ability to establish a presence in distant lands. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors from around the world who are captivated by the rich history and the enduring allure of Hadrian's Wall.
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