The Historic town of Lincoln (Roman ruins)

In AD 48, Lincoln was a strategic military point for Rome's IX Legion. The name "Lincoln" is a condensed version of the roman words "Lindon" which means foothill, and "Colonia" which is a chartered town for retired legionary soldiers.

Historians believe the IX legion passed beneath these very arches on their way to conquer the northern territories. Although the archways seem fairly short to us, they extend further into the earth a short distance. Approximately 8' of sediment has been deposited since their time, burying all but the tops of the Roman ruins in Lincoln.