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Cardiff Roman Fort
51.4822° N, -3.1814° E
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Cardiff Roman Fort was a coastal fort in the Roman province of Britannia Superior, of which Roman Wales was a part. Its original Latin name is uncertain. Its remains are incorporated into Cardiff Castle in the modern capital city of Wales.
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Civilian timber buildings and iron working
late 2nd to mid-3rd century
Vexillation camp established
c. AD 55
Carausian shore fort construction
c. 290
Military/naval garrison relocation
c. 370
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Defensive Structures
Industrial and Craft Structures
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Transportation and Communication Structures
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