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499. The Roman Conquest of Britain: Julius Caesar’s Invasion (Part 1)
The Rest Is History
Names Reveal Deep Historical Roots
The term 'British Isles' predates the British Empire, originating from ancient descriptions of the archipelago as the 'Nessos Pretaniki' or the 'British island.' The designation showcases a foundational identity tied to the Celts, as seen in the Welsh name 'Pridin' for Britain. The name may derive from 'the painted ones,' linking to the 'Picts,' known for their tattoos. Ancient geographer Pythias specifically named the islands, calling Great Britain 'Albion' and Ireland 'Iernae.' He also assigned names to prominent land regions, identifying Cornwall as 'Belerion' and Kent as 'Kantian,' with both Kent and the Thames being the oldest recorded place names in Britain from as early as 320 BC.
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