What do the hidden writing tablets of Vindolanda reveal about Roman Britain?
In short: Professor Alice Roberts examines archaeological discoveries from northern Britain, including remarkably preserved writing tablets found at the Roman site of Vindolanda. This documentary provides a direct look at items recovered during a period of British rebellion, offering a tangible connection to the past.
The documentary highlights artifacts unearthed at Vindolanda, where Roman writing tablets, swords, and domestic objects were discovered. These items date to a time of significant unrest in Britain, providing insight into the daily lives and activities of those stationed at the site.
Beyond the Roman findings, the film explores a long-lost monastery on the Scottish island of Iona, originally established by Saint Columba and historically likened to Jerusalem. It also covers the discovery of a Bronze Age weapons hoard in eastern Scotland, which belonged to a wealthy warrior.
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