What is recorded here
This bronze commemorative plaque records: Praetorian Gate. Near here stood the principal entrance into the City in the days of the Romans. Original date uncertain but probably rebuilt circa 300A.D. Recorded plaque organisation: York Civic Trust.
The Praetorian Gate served as the primary entry point to the city during Roman times, likely rebuilt around 300 A.D., marking a significant architectural and defensive feature of Roman urban planning.
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