In England 2, 000 years ago: a prehistoric lake village
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In England 2, 000 years ago: a prehistoric lake village
In England 2, 000 years ago: a prehistoric village organised and defended.The entrance to Glastonbury lake village of the ancient Britons: the skilfully built landing-stage, and a general view of the settlement, showing the piled stockade. Date: BCE
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Artificial Briton Britons Dwelling Glastonbury Huts Landing Prehistoric Settlement Stockade
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2,000 years ago, in what is now known as England, a thriving prehistoric lake village flourished along the shores of a tranquil body of water. This ancient settlement, known as Glastonbury, was home to the Britons, a skilled and resourceful people who had masterfully organized and defended their community. At the heart of the village was a skilfully built landing stage, a testament to the Britons' advanced boat-building and transportation techniques. The stage, made of wooden piles driven deep into the lake bed, provided a stable and secure point of entry and exit for the inhabitants and their boats. Around the landing stage, a mosaic of circular huts dotted the artificial island, each one carefully constructed from wattle and daub and thatched with local materials. The huts were arranged in a compact and efficient manner, reflecting the community's collective wisdom and social structure. Protecting the village was a formidable stockade, made of interwoven branches and logs, which encircled the entire island. The stockade not only served as a defensive barrier against potential threats but also helped to regulate access to the village and maintain a sense of community cohesion. The Glastonbury lake village was a remarkable achievement for its time, demonstrating the ingenuity and resilience of the ancient Britons. Their ability to build a thriving settlement on an artificial island, complete with a landing stage and defensive structures, speaks to their advanced planning and resourcefulness. Today, the remains of this prehistoric village continue to fascinate historians and archaeologists, offering a glimpse into the lives of our distant ancestors and the rich history of England. The print captures the essence of this remarkable place, transporting us back in time to a world of huts, boats, and the daily life of the ancient Britons.
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