Murallas urbanas de época romana en Hispania (siglos I a.C.- V. d. C.)

Recent archaeological research has revised the timeline for the construction of Roman walls in Hispania, debunking the long-held belief that these structures were predominantly built during Augustus' reign. Analysis of excavation data from various Hispanic cities shows that wall construction began in the 1st century BC and continued through mid-1st century AD, with notable advancements in defensive designs during the late 3rd to early 5th centuries. This later phase introduced ultra-semicircular or square towers, wider wall-walks (4-7 meters), increased height (10-12 meters), and reduced distances between towers, reflecting advanced military innovations. The study challenges previous assumptions about the chronology and purpose of these fortifications, providing a more nuanced understanding of Roman urban defense strategies in Hispania.

Fernández Ochoa, C., & Morillo, Á. (2022). Murallas urbanas de época romana en Hispania (siglos I a.C.- V. d. C.). Vínculos de Historia Revista Del Departamento de Historia de La Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, (11), 83–115. https://doi.org/10.18239/vdh_2022.11.04