Hidden histories of Roman towns: seeing beneath the surface of Falerii Novi and Interamna Lirenas

Abstract

How can we unpick the development of Roman towns? Even large excavations only open up modest areas, while traditional geophysical survey superimposes countless different phases of activity. Now, Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR) has come of age and can provide a virtual slice through the underlying soil. Giovanna Rita Bellini, Alessandro Launaro, Martin Millett, Lieven Verdocnk, Frank Vermeulen provide a breathtaking new view of the Roman towns of Falerii Novi and Interamna Lirenas.