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Hadrian's Wall was damaged when the Sycamore Gap tree came down, analysis finds
https://www.npr.org/2023/11/13/1212725816/hadrians-wall-was-damaged-when-the-sycamore-gap-tree-came-down-analysis-findsHadrian's Wall was damaged when the Sycamore Gap tree came down, analysis finds
November 13, 2023 3:45 PM ET
By Bill Chappell
The shocking act of vandalism that brought down the famous Sycamore Gap tree in northern England also damaged Hadrian's Wall, which once marked the ancient frontier of the Roman Empire.
Archaeological analysis of the damage confirmed "there are some cracks and fragments broken off from two of the facing stones" on the wall, according to Historic England, a government-backed organization that preserves the country's heritage.
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Since the historic and photogenic tree was cut down in late September, police have now made at least four arrests linked to the case.
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November 13, 2023 3:45 PM ET
By Bill Chappell
The shocking act of vandalism that brought down the famous Sycamore Gap tree in northern England also damaged Hadrian's Wall, which once marked the ancient frontier of the Roman Empire.
Archaeological analysis of the damage confirmed "there are some cracks and fragments broken off from two of the facing stones" on the wall, according to Historic England, a government-backed organization that preserves the country's heritage.
[...]
Since the historic and photogenic tree was cut down in late September, police have now made at least four arrests linked to the case.
[...]
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