Study topic
Roman and Anglo-Saxon Britain
The story begins long before 1066. The Romans and the Anglo-Saxons left a lasting mark on Britain that the test touches on.
Key facts to remember
- ◆ The Romans invaded and ruled much of Britain for around 400 years.
- ◆ Hadrian’s Wall was built to keep out tribes from the north (Scotland).
- ◆ The Anglo-Saxons settled in England after the Romans left.
- ◆ Christianity spread among the Anglo-Saxons.
- ◆ Place names ending in “-ham” or “-ton” often have Anglo-Saxon roots.