National Roman Legion Museum, History museum in Caerleon, Newport, United Kingdom
The National Roman Legion Museum sits on the grounds of the former fortress Isca Augusta and displays weapons, military equipment, coins, and personal items belonging to soldiers. The exhibits explain through these objects how troops lived in this camp during the 1st and 2nd centuries.
The fortress began around 75 AD as a base for Roman legions and remained occupied for roughly 300 years before the Romans left Britain. The original building housing the collection dates to 1850 but was significantly rebuilt.
The collection shows how soldiers lived and worked in this remote military settlement, with objects that reveal daily routines, cooking, equipment, and personal belongings left behind almost 2000 years ago.
The site is easily accessible with ample parking nearby and facilities for cyclists. Public transport connections make reaching this location straightforward, and standard facilities including toilets are available on-site.
The grounds also contain the remains of barracks preserved as the only visible remnants of a Roman legionary fortress in Europe. This archaeological site at Prysg Field shows the actual layout of where troops were stationed.
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