Britannia Inferior

Britannia Inferior was one of two Roman provinces established in Britain by Emperor Caracalla. The other was Britannia Superior. This division occurred after the 2nd century CE, as Roman gains were consolidated despite northern uprisings.1

The province of Britannia Inferior encompassed areas around Lincoln, York, and Hadrian's Wall. This administrative division reflected the geographical differences within Roman Britain. The lowlands of southern and eastern Britain were more suitable for agriculture and civil life, featuring towns and country houses. In contrast, the uplands of Wales and the north were primarily a military frontier, characterized by forts and strategic roads. Roman culture, including the adoption of Latin and Roman city life, spread significantly in the lowlands, with towns like Colchester, St. Albans, and London developing as centers of Roman influence.1234