Excavations at Letocetum Roman site, Wall

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Date:1912 - 1914 (c.)

Description:One of a series of views of excavations at the Roman site at Wall which took place between 1912 and 1914. This view shows a hypocaust (underfloor heating system) in what was at the time thought to be a villa. Subsequent research proved the building to be a 'mansio', or hostel.

Postcard photographed and published by W. Morrison of Lichfield.