First snapshot is digging at Maiden Castle site, which dates back to 4th Century BC.

The video discusses the Lost City of Maiden Castle near Dorchester, highlighting its status as a premier earthwork in Britain and Europe. It details the scientific exploration of the site, revealing its origins dating back to the fourth century BC. The video covers the examination of various historical elements, such as the Celtic temple from the Roman period, pit dwellings, and artifacts like a cooking pot, loom weight, and ancient coins. It concludes with a brief mention of the first tank brigade at Tilshead.

What is Maiden Castle known for?

• Having the most advanced technology of its time

• Being the oldest city in Britain

• Having the finest earthwork in Britain

• Being the largest castle in Europe

What period do the initial findings at Maiden Castle date back to?

• Third century AD

• First century AD

• Fourth century BC

• Second century BC

Who were the inhabitants of the pit dwellings at Maiden Castle?

• Roman soldiers

• Fugitives from Gaul

• Viking invaders

• Local farmers

What is one of the artifacts found at Maiden Castle?

• A Roman sword

• A Celtic shield

• A cooking pot

• A medieval helmet

What is the significance of the coins found at Maiden Castle?

• They are from the first century BC

• They are from the third century BC

• They are from the fourth century AD

• They are from the second century AD