Frontiers of the Roman Empire – The Lower German Limes


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Culturele diversiteit aan de Neder-Germaanse Limes

2020 — Article — WHEFF74D6C0BF

Roman military communities along the Lower German Limes exhibited remarkable cultural diversity, with inhabitants originating from across the Roman Empire and beyond. This study highlights four case studies that illustrate the high level of ethno-cultural variation within these frontier villages and forts. By analyzing archaeological evidence, the research reveals a dynamic mixing of cultures, challenging traditional narratives about Roman military society on the empire's northwestern border.

De Romeinse Limes in Nederland

2020 — Article — WHE04BF6D105C

Exceptional preservation of organic Roman artifacts, including timber structures and ships, has been documented along the Lower German Limes in the Netherlands due to waterlogged conditions in the Rhine delta. This frontier section of the Roman Empire's boundary system offers unique insights into life during its occupation (c. 50 BCE–400 CE). The study provides a historical overview and introduces key themes for further exploration, emphasizing the significance of this region within the broader context of Roman frontier dynamics.

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