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Vindolanda is a Roman auxiliary fort just south of Hadrian's Wall in northern England, internationally significant for preserving the Vindolanda tablets—the oldest surviving handwritten documents in Britain.
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What are the Vindolanda tablets?
The Vindolanda tablets are thin wooden writing tablets found at the Roman fort of Vindolanda in northern England. They include letters, military reports, invitations, and supply records, and are regarded as the oldest surviving handwritten documents in Britain.
Where is Vindolanda in relation to Hadrian's Wall?
Vindolanda is located just south of Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland. It supported the frontier system even though the fort itself was not directly on the stone wall.
What did Roman soldiers do at Vindolanda?
Vindolanda was an auxiliary fort whose units guarded and supported Rome's northern frontier. Excavated records show ordinary activities such as requesting supplies, arranging leave, and inviting friends to birthday parties.
Can visitors see Roman buildings at Vindolanda today?
Yes. The Vindolanda Trust presents excavated remains of forts, streets, houses, and military buildings, along with a museum displaying finds such as the writing tablets and footwear.
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