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Archaeologists in Chester, UK, have made a remarkable discovery. They found an 800-year-old medieval fortress beneath Chester Crown Court. The discovery relied solely on a smartphone light.
Stewart Ainsworth, a leading archaeologist, led the investigation. He shone his mobile phone into a dark corridor under the court. He noticed a clear difference in the wall's masonry. The wall turned sharply at a right angle. The narrow space prevented further exploration.
Experts analyzed the stones and construction style. They compared these features with surviving Norman-era fortress remains. This comparison confirmed the wall dates back to the medieval period. It does not belong to the (18th) century.
Research shows that architect Thomas Harrison built most of the current court and jail in the 18th century. However, this new finding proves something important. Remains of the Norman-era fortress still lie preserved beneath this site.
The medieval fortress discovery highlights Chester's rich historical layers. It demonstrates how modern technology aids archaeological breakthroughs. Visitors and historians alike now recognize Chester Crown Court as a site of deep historical significance. The medieval fortress continues to reveal secrets after eight centuries.
