
Why this matters
Stonegate, originally the Via Praetoria of the Roman fortress Eboracum, is a historically significant street in York, England, having been continuously used for approximately 1900 years; its name reflects its origin as a Roman stone-paved road.
What is recorded here
This bronze commemorative plaque records: Stonegate. The Via Praetoria of the Roman fortress of Eboracum and in daily use for about 1900 years. Its name derived from the fact that it was a Roman stone-paved street. Recorded plaque organisation: York Civic Trust.
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