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The Roman site at Ribchester, Bremetennacum Veteranorum, comprised a fort and civilian settlement or vicus. The earliest Roman fort in Ribchester was established in the early 70s AD as part of a network of defensive forts across northern Britannia. Originally of turf and timber construction, the fort was rebuilt in stone in the mid first century AD. The fort accommodated a garrison of cavalry troops. The first unit of cavalry originated from Spain, the Ala II Asturum, or Second Asturian cavalry unit. Towards the end of the second century AD they were replaced by an ala of horsemen from Eastern Europe, a Sarmatian cavalry unit. LEGIIAVG demonstrated Roman cavalry and equipment with a stunning display by four cavalrymen. A few foolhardy volunteers from the legion agreed to demonstrate the effectiveness of a Roman cavalry charge...we are pleased to report no broken bones, though there was some dented Lorica Segmentata.
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Cavalry images courtesy of Mica |
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The Cavalry Rides Again At Ribchester Roman Fort |
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