| Title: |
The Deansgate dig (Roman Manchester: interim report of the 1972 excavations) |
| Biblio Note |
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| Publication Type: |
Monograph
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| Abstract: |
Contrary to public belief, considerable evidence of Manchester's historic past is still recoverable. On the Deansgate site were recovered outlying ditches of the fort, plans of Flavian timber buildings (one a tavern just outside the fort gate) and some industrial sheds. The adjacent Roman road had eight layers of metalling representing 300 years' use. An industrial area of 2nd- 3rd century date contained hearths for preparing iron ore and reheating blooms. There was no evidence here for prehistoric occupation or for post-Roman use until 18th century. Arrangements for attracting public interest and support are outlined. |
| Author: |
Geraint Dyfed Barri Jones
John Peter Wild
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| Year of Publication: |
1972
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| Locations: |
| Location - Auto Detected: |
Manchester |
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| Subjects / Periods: |
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ROMAN
(Historic England Periods)
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PREHISTORIC
(Historic England Periods)
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| 18th Century (Auto Detected Temporal) |
| 2nd 3rd Century (Auto Detected Temporal) |
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| Note: |
Date Of Issue From:
1972
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| Source: |
BIAB
(British Archaeological Abstracts (BAA))
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| Created Date: |
05 Dec 2008 |
