Hod Hill is uniquely documented by ballista bolt concentrations found archaeologically near what may have been the chieftain quarter of the hillfort — suggesting Roman artillery was used to target the leadership and force surrender. After capture, the Romans built their own fort inside the existing Iron Age ramparts, a rare and strategically efficient practice.
Ballista bolt concentrations suggest targeted artillery assault; unclear total casualties
Auxiliary cohorts with artillery support
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