Border Communities at the Edge of the Roman Empire

A systematic analysis of archaeological remains in the ancient civitas Cananefatium, located between the Lower Rhine and Meuse rivers in present-day South Holland, Netherlands, reveals significant insights into the formation and evolution of a border community during Roman times. This study provides an unprecedented overview of how the Roman state influenced local administrative regions, highlighting interactions among urban, military, and rural communities along the empire's frontiers. By examining spatial patterns, material culture, and social structures, researchers have uncovered nuanced differences between this region and other border areas, offering a deeper understanding of Roman governance and its impact on peripheral societies.

de Bruin, J. (2019). Border Communities at the Edge of the Roman Empire. https://doi.org/10.1017/9789048543861