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Radio Shropshire,20 mins

What The Bleep Happened Here? Episode 4 The Greek Toe and a Roman Salopian's Final Words

Clare Ashford

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In episode four of What The Bleep Happened Here? Richard Tisdale will be taking you back to Roman times. We'll be looking at a fragment of a statue carved with a “Greek toe,” a symbol of beauty and perfection in the ancient world - discovered by metal detectorist Chris Langston. We’ll learn about the forgotten children of Roman times. And we’ll hear the final words of advice from Roman solider in Shropshire whose tombstone, found a in a hedge, tells you to live a fun and wine filled life while you can. It's currently on display at the Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery where we'll hear from curator Emma-Kate Lanyon.

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