Arbeia Roman Fort
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Arbeia Roman Fort
Image: © John M Taken: 13 Jul 2018
The museum displays excavated remains and reconstructions of a gatehouse and barrack block. The fort was used as a supply depot for troops manning Hadrian's Wall. The Roman name reflects the Arab origin of the garrison.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.004067
Longitude
-1.431209