293 – The Beacons are Lit
The British History Podcast
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Tracing Ancient Beacons and the Ingenious Anglo-Saxons
Examining the landscape, historians trace the location of ancient beacons by considering elevated positions, major roads, and waterways for better observation. The chapter explores the strategic placement of watchtowers near burial mounds and the effectiveness of the beacon system in different regions.
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