https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20210728-dutch-unearth-roman-canal-road-near-unesco-heritage-sites
hopefully more info to come but a fascinating discovery
Quote from: Holly on Jul 29, 2021, 06:06 AM
https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20210728-dutch-unearth-roman-canal-road-near-unesco-heritage-sites
hopefully more info to come but a fascinating discovery
Given the amount of bulk transport they needed, canals make a lot of sense
interesting about the gravel path alongside
Quote from: Holly on Jul 29, 2021, 08:47 AM
interesting about the gravel path alongside
I imagine that would be for the horse or donkey to pull the barge, which was common practice until barges were powered.
(https://i.imgur.com/6QfjeOc.jpg)
I'd assume a tow path as well
yes on reflection it is but a gravel path specifically rather than just a 'dust' path caught my eye
Dust paths have a habit of turning into mud baths once it starts raining... :(
and by the by who has the grippiest shoes ;D
Local news reported small items found in the canal bed; pins, broaches and a sling stone.
The archaeological team are anticipating the route will lead them to undiscovered sites
such as waterway control points, settlements, warehouses and such.
hopefully so.....