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George V inspecting Roman galley unearthed in London 1912
George V and Queen Mary inspecting the only Roman boat to be found in Britain during a visit to the London Museum. The galley was unearthed in London on the site of the new County Hall. The craft, which was about fifty feet long and sixteen feet wide, showed signs of having been destroyed or sunk. Three coins found in it indicated it was from the time of Carausius, a Roman admiral who set himself as Roman Emperor of Britain in 286 A.D. ruling for seven years. Date: 1912
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In this historic photograph, King George V and Queen Mary are seen inspecting the remarkable discovery of a Roman galley, the only one ever found in Britain, during their visit to the London Museum in 1912. The ancient craft was unearthed on the site of the new County Hall, located near Westminster Bridge. The galley, approximately fifty feet long and sixteen feet wide, displayed clear signs of having been destroyed or sunk. Archaeologists were thrilled to find three coins in the boat, which dated back to the time of Carausius, a Roman admiral who seized power and ruled as Emperor of Britain from 286 to 293 A.D. This discovery provided invaluable insights into the maritime history of ancient Britain, shedding light on the Roman Empire's naval capabilities and the trade and commerce that once thrived along its shores. The Roman galley, an essential component of the Roman military and commercial fleet, was a significant find for archaeologists and historians alike. The discovery of this ancient vessel, which had been lost to the sands of time, was a testament to the rich history that lay hidden beneath the streets of London. The visit of King George V and Queen Mary to the London Museum to view the newly discovered relic was a momentous occasion, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the exploration and understanding of Britain's Roman past.
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