Excavations at King's Stanley, 1961-1981 (original) (raw)
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The archaeological sites at King's Stanley include a medieval moated site and a Roman villa, both of which have undergone various excavations from 1961 to 1981. The significant findings, primarily resulting from local efforts to rescue the villa from destruction, prompted a post-excavation project that was ultimately hindered by governmental restrictions. The report documents the artifacts and findings cataloged by a team during the late 1980s, contributing to the understanding of the site's historical significance and providing a basis for future archaeological inquiries.
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