BattlefieldsRoman fort at High Rochester (Bremenium) — outpost actions
Roman Period

Roman fort at High Rochester (Bremenium) — outpost actions

140–300
Northumberland, England
Also known as: Bremenium garrison fighting
Era
Roman Period
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Northumberland, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Caledonian raiders
Forces
Caledonian raiders c. 200–500.
VS
Victor
Romans (garrison)
Forces
Romans c. 400–600 garrison
Outcome
Northernmost permanent Roman fort in Northumberland; Cohors I Lingonum then I Fida Vardullorum; artillery (ballistae) mounted; repelled multiple raids
The Battle

History & Significance

High Rochester at Bremenium was the Romans' furthest permanent foothold in Northumberland — some 20 miles north of the Wall. Its garrison faced near-constant threat. The remains of artillery platforms still visible there testify to the sustained nature of military operations at this exposed outpost

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