Was this imposing structure truly Caesar’s camp? The name “Le camp de César” is a bit misleading. While it hints at a Roman past, this site predates Julius Caesar by centuries. Archaeological excavations tell us this fortification, with its ditch and rampart wall, dates back to the 5th century BC. That’s the time of the Celts, not the Romans! Imagine, a time when Iron Age people roamed these lands. Why did they build such a massive structure here? Some scholars believe it wasn’t for everyday living, but rather for ceremonial purposes. The lack of dwelling remains suggests a symbolic function, perhaps even a place of reverence for an even older Neolithic burial site found here. Standing before Le camp de César, we’re witnessing layers of history. Centuries after the Celts, between the 10th and 11th centuries, the site saw renewed construction. This period suggests possible use by the Carolingians, perhaps as a strategic stronghold on the border between French Vexin and Norman Vexin. So, while not Caesar’s camp, this place echoes with the stories of those who came before, a testament to the enduring power of the past.
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