Richborough+Roman+Fort

Richborough Roman Fort Set on top of a hill Richborough was known as the gateway to Britain and is a key site of the Roman invasion of 43 AD by the Roman Empire. Historically this invasion was led by Claudius' army. This was a major port of trading and supply route to the rest of Britain. This fort was one of four that contributed to the Count of Saxon shore that protected the country from invaders. The town was a thriving port also had "the movies" an amphitheatre that can be found about five minutes away. The arch in the middle of town can still be seen in the ground as a large cross that was a monument to the victory that the Roman's had conquer this land. They built it about 85AD and sparkled in the sun as researchers have found many shiny bobbles and stones around the arch. The funny thing is that this area also was the last one standing and saw the ending of the Romans rule in Britain in 410 AD. If you look out the west gate you can still see the old Roman road Watling Street that leads to Canterbury and London. by Sarah Walker