In search of the Northern Britons in the Early Historic Era (AD 400–1100)

Driscoll, S. T. (2015) In search of the Northern Britons in the Early Historic Era (AD 400–1100). In: Essays on the Local History and Archaeology of West Central Scotland. Series: Resource Assessment of Local History and Archaeology in West Central Scotland. Culture and Sport Glasgow (Glasgow Museums): Glasgow, pp. 1-15.

Abstract

This is part of the series Resource Assessment of Local History and Archaeology in West Central Scotland, commissioned for the Regional Framework for Local History and Archaeology,a partnership project led by Glasgow Museums.<p></p> This paper offers a personal perspective on the key research themes relating to the Northern Britons, who are the most obscure inhabitants of Dark Age Scotland. It includes an overview of the fragmented historical legacy of the Britons, which is essential for appreciating their cultural contribution to the making of Scotland and for identifying research priorities. A detailed review of archaeological investigations in the study area is beyond the scope of this paper, so emphasis is focused on recent work which relates to three broad areas identified for future research: secular settlement, church archaeology and political development.

• Item Type: Book Sections
• Additional Information: ISBN attached to essay 9781908638137
• Status: Published
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Driscoll, Professor Stephen
• Authors: Driscoll, S. T.
• Subjects: C Auxiliary Sciences of History > CC Archaeology
• College/School: College of Arts & Humanities > School of Humanities > Archaeology
• Publisher: Culture and Sport Glasgow (Glasgow Museums)
• Copyright Holders: Copyright © 2014 Culture and Sport Glasgow (Glasgow Museums)
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