Carpow on the south bank of the Tay near Abernethy was built as a legionary fortress to support Severus permanent conquest of Scotland — a project that died with Severus in 211 AD. Aerial photography and excavation have confirmed a substantial fortress of over 27 acres. When Caracalla abandoned the Scottish project, Carpow was evacuated. The fortress represents Roman administrative determination to hold Scotland permanently.
Vexillation of Legio VI Victrix and Legio II Augusta
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