A section of Roman wall exposed in a trench© Museum of London Archaeology
Posted on 02/23/2025 6:25:33 AM PST by SunkenCiv
The remnants of one of early Roman London's most important buildings was discovered beneath an office building at 85 Gracechurch Street in the city center, according to a statement released by the Museum of London Archaeology (MOLA). Archaeologists uncovered a section of a 30-foot-long stone wall that they believe belonged to the city's first basilica, which was built in the 70s or 80s a.d. Roman basilicas were typically located within the forum, which was the social, political, and religious center of a Roman town. MOLA researchers think that the part of the basilica they unearthed belonged to the Tribunal, where magistrates assembled upon a raised stage to deliberate over political matters. “This is one of the most significant discoveries made in the City in recent years," said Sophie Jackson, MOLA Director of Development. "It's like discovering the Speaker's Chair and chamber of the House of Commons, 2,000 years into the future."
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A section of Roman wall exposed in a trench© Museum of London Archaeology
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Every developer’s nightmare.
They invented mosaic, but then the actual brains of the operation went off independent and started Netscape.
. “It’s like discovering the Speaker’s Chair and chamber of the House of Commons, [under a Mosque ] 2,000 years into the future.”
Haha...almost inevitable in London. Dig anywhere and it’s an archeologist’s dream. They’re probably standing at the ready the moment digging equipment arrives!
Definitely a huge problem for the builder. Also, however, my archaeological tour of Old London was the highlight of my visit a couple of years ago. So much of Western Civilization emerged from London. Part of my study into Christian history, which continues.
Yes, I do think the relevance of London/Britain is lost on many, not taught here (I’m from UK originally).
No kidding! Just keep the bulldozer moving and shut up.
Holy MOLA.
They sure it’s not a brothel wall?
Looks pretty heavy duty...
Did it have a #1 on it?...................
The UK is a museum that people live in................
No, but the nearby Roman arena has graffiti reading “nos sumus numero unum”.
Back in Roman times they used real severed hands.........My, how we've come down!..................
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