Hadrian's Wall - Wikipedia
Hadrian's Wall (Latin: Vallum Hadriani; also known as the Roman Wall, Picts' Wall, or Vallum Aelium in Latin) is a former defensive fortification of the Roman province of Britannia, begun in …
Hadrian’s Wall | Roman History, England, UK | Britannica
Hadrian’s Wall was built mainly by soldiers of the three legions of Britain, but it was manned by the second-line auxiliary troops. Its purpose was to control movement across the frontier and …
Hadrian's Wall | English Heritage
Marching 73 miles from coast to coast, Hadrian’s Wall was built to guard the wild north-west frontier of the Roman Empire. Discover the remains of the forts, and towns that once kept …
Hadrian’s Wall - Map, Length & Height | HISTORY
Jan 19, 2018 · Hadrian’s Wall is the remains of stone fortifications built by the Roman Empire following its conquest of Britain in the second century A.D.
New discoveries at Hadrian's Wall are changing the picture of …
Dec 10, 2025 · Archaeology New discoveries at Hadrian's Wall are changing the picture of what life was like on the border of the Roman Empire Features By James Price published …
What is Hadrian’s Wall and why was it built? - World History Edu
Dec 25, 2022 · When the Roman Empire finally conquered Britain, it decided to fortify its territories against attacks from their enemies – a mark to signify the territorial end of Roman …
Where is Hadrian’s Wall and How Long is It? - History Hit
Aug 28, 2018 · The wall marked the northwestern border of an empire which, at the height of its powers, stretched all the way to North Africa and the deserts of Arabia. Its construction more …
Hadrian's Wall - a majestic, rich and vibrant place
Hadrian’s Wall, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, exemplifies the architectural and military prowess of the Roman Empire, featuring a complex defense system of forts, milecastles, and …
History of Hadrian’s Wall │ Northumberland | National Trust
Hadrian’s Wall was built on the orders of Emperor Hadrian at the northernmost limits of the Roman province of Britannia. It is a striking example of the organisation of a military zone and …
Hadrian's Wall facts and FAQs - English Heritage
Oct 17, 2025 · Hadrian’s Wall is a 73-mile-long wall in northern England (or 80 Roman miles). It was built by the Roman army from AD 122 on the orders of the Roman Emperor, Hadrian, to …