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George F. Hoar: “It is not too much to say that most of the main roads in England are Roman; but the very continuity of their use has…”

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It is not too much to say that most of the main roads in England are Roman; but the very continuity of their use has caused this to be overlooked.
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George F. Hoar
Massachusetts

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Hoar reflects on the enduring legacy of Roman roads in England, emphasizing their historical significance.

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