Wallace, T. (1910). Military Roads and Fortifications in the Highlands, with Bridges and Milestones.. Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland 45. Vol 45, pp. 318-333.

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Military Roads and Fortifications in the Highlands, with Bridges and Milestones.
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Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland 45
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Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
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318 - 333
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The roads followed pretty much the old tracks were commenced in 1725 and carried on till 1814. The width of the first roads was 16 feet, and as they were for military\r\npurposes they proceeded in as straight a line as possible, to shorten the journey. The scheme was begun by General Wade. he was also responsible for building a galley to be employed in conveying troops, etc., on Loch Ness. Notes are provided on the road from Perth to Inverness, Perth to Fort George, Inverness to Fort William, Fort George to Failie Bridge, Aberdeen to Inverness, Fort Augustus to Bernera in Glenelg, Ruthven to Fort Augustus, and Stirling to Crieff. Forts or castles that were used\r\nin connection with the roads and military operations included Ruthven Castle, Corgarff Castle, Fort William, Fort Augustus, and Fort George.
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Thomas Wallace
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1910
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Ruthven Castle Corgarff Castle (Auto Detected Subject)
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17 Nov 2013