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Video
by Rick Steves Europe
published on 04 March 2016
Hadrian's Wall, built nearly 2000 years ago by the Romans during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, was a cleverly-designed military rampart manned by 20,000 troops. This 73-mile long undulating wall likely defined and protected the bleak northern edge of Roman Britain from pesky barbarians. Much-loved by hikers and historians, the wall is truly one of England's most thought provoking sights.
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APA Style
Europe, R. S. (2016, March 04). North England: Hadrian's Wall.
World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/video/797/north-england-hadrians-wall/
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Europe, Rick Steves. "North England: Hadrian's Wall."
World History Encyclopedia. Last modified March 04, 2016.
https://www.worldhistory.org/video/797/north-england-hadrians-wall/.
