That wall!
This post is for letter ‘H’ in our Alphabe- Thursday meme over at Jenny Matlock’s fabulous blog. I know a number of you enjoy finding out a little of the history of this little island so I present one of our most amazing constructions
HADRIANS WALL
It is often assumed that because it was put up by an occupying Roman army, it was to keep us English in but it was
actually to keep those invading Scots at bay! They kept trying to pinch our cattle apparently! This map will show you where the wall is in relation to Scotland / England border – almost makes the divide but not quite.
The whole construction begun in AD 122 on the instructions of Emperor Hadrian was over 75 miles long, at least 9 ft wide & in places 20 ft high. It had many gates / forts along its length & these would have been used as customs post for collecting taxes & was the most fortified border in the Roman empire.
Amazingly, quite a lot of it still remains & in 1987 it was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Just like Glen Coe, I was stunned by the raw beauty. The wind always blows with a biting feel even in the summer. The whole landscape screams hardship, battle & struggle. I was surprised at the size of it & couldn’t help wondering what it must have been like building it & then being positioned to guard it!
Now pop over to Jenny’s for some more ‘Hs’!
Julia – you do teach me so much and I live in Britain!!! But then I guess I am Austrian so have an excuse.. thank you!
Maggy
You are no worse than most of us Maggie! Thank you for commenting!
I think I’m half-way in love with Hardrian. Anybody that could build a wall so lovely has my vote.
This is so charming, Julia. I was transported by the history and grandeur of the photo.
Thanks for a fabulous link to Alphabe-Thursday. Someday I shall tell my ghost tale of an English castle…
But for today I will simply say…bravo…
and…
A+
OOooo! Now you’ve whet my appitite Jenny!
The first time I heard about the Hadrian’s Wall, it was from the Scottish point of view. I got the impression that it was so the Scottish people could finally have peace and quiet. It’s always good to hear what the people on the other side of the wall says. 🙂 Now another topic to put on my list to learn more about.
I hadn’t heard that side of the story! Many thanks for stopping by! Really appreciate it!
It sure is lovely there. This is neat! A great concept but not tall enough for our Mexico/United States border/illegal alien issues/problem!~Ames
No- probalby not but at the time it was a realbarrier. Great to see you here Ames!
It does seem miraculous that it’s still intact. Great H post. Thanks for visiting me, new friend.
xoRobyn
Hello back to you! It is amazing that it is still there but then look at the Great Wall in China!
I want to walk there – it’s on my list!
There are lots of maps, routes etc so you’ll have a great time!
I can’t imagine how those men felt building that wall. So far from home, very isolated! I imagine the climate was much different for them as well.
Thanks for sharing.
I’m sure it was. Thank you for visiting!
Very interesting. I’ve traveled extensively all over the world but I’ve missed this. At least, now I’ve seen it.
Well…sort of! I know what you mean! Great to see you here!
Fascinating. I am learning all kinds of things today.
Thanks!
=)
That is the beauty of Alphabe I think!
I learned a lot. Thanks for the post!
There is much more to tell but….! Thank you so much for popping in!
I’m so glad I came by to visit you from Alphabet-Thursday.
I’m glad to Laurie May! hope to see you again!
So that’s what the Pink Floyd song was all about. I did wonder.
Stupid boy *slaps back of head* ! 🙂 Great comment – thank you!
What an interesting post! Enjoyed this! Thanks for sharing…
HAPPY H Day!
Coralie
Many thanks. It is great that you popped in! See you again I hope!
I will go to sleep smarter tonight! Thanks!
We aim to please!
How interesting ! I didn’t know that there was a wall there !
You wouldn’t know it was there from the road!! Great to see you here!