From the Rhône to Wansdyke: The Case for a Standardised Canal Boat in Prehistoric Britain
Introduction In 2004, archaeologists working near Arles in southern France discovered a remarkable Roman barge buried in the silt of
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Rivers of the Past Were Higher: A Fresh Perspective on Prehistoric Hydrology
Introduction A Revolutionary Perspective on Archaeology and Hydrology Fifteen years ago, I introduced an idea that some might consider revolutionary—an
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Rethinking Ogham: Could Ireland’s Oldest Script Have Begun as a Tally System?
Introduction When most people hear “Ogham,” they think of mysterious notched stones scattered across Ireland and parts of Britain, their
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The Vallum at Hadrian’s Wall (Summary)
Promotional Video – Prehistoric Canals – The Vallum Extract From Book……………………… Ancient Prehistoric Canals (Dykes) – The Vallum INTRODUCTION Like
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The Great Iron Age Hill Fort Hoax
Introduction While some hillforts may have been adapted for defence during later periods — particularly during Roman expansion — the
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The Roman Military Way Hoax
Promotional Video – Ancient Prehistoric Canals (Dykes) – The Vallum (Roman Military Way) Extract From Book……………………… Ancient Prehistoric Canals (Dykes)
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The Maiden Way Hoax – A Closer Look at an Ancient Road’s Hidden History
Promotional Video – Ancient Prehistoric Canals (Dykes) – The Vallum (Maiden Way) Extract From Book……………………… Ancient Prehistoric Canals (Dykes) –
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Oysters in Archaeology: Nature’s Ancient Water Filters?
Introduction When archaeologists uncover oyster shells at ancient sites, the conclusion is almost always the same: oysters were eaten. They
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Hidden Sources of Ancient Dykes: Tracing Underground Groundwater Fractals
Introduction This blog re-examines Britain’s ancient linear earthworks, such as Offa’s Dyke and Wansdyke, through the lens of hydrology and
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Prehistoric Canals Wansdyke 2
Introduction The Wansdyke, a significant linear earthwork in southwestern England, has long intrigued historians and archaeologists. Traditionally interpreted as an
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