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A walker looks north towards Scotland in late evening sun at Hadrians Wall near Crag
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A walker looks north towards Scotland in late evening sun at Hadrians Wall near Crag
A walker looks north towards Scotland in late evening sun at Hadrians Wall near Crag Lough in Northumberland August 24, 2013. Hadrians Wall is a structure built in Roman times, marking the boundary of the Roman province of Britannia and separating it from territory to the north, much of which lies in present-day Scotland. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Signs of ancient conflict - from centuries-old fortifications to historic battlefields - score the landscape around the English-Scottish border. But many living in the region lead lives straddling both sides, and express practical concerns about the possibility of a more formal split between the two nations in the event of a yes vote in next years referendum on Scottish independence, which will be held on September 18, 2014. Picture taken August 24, 2013. REUTERS/Toby Melville (BRITAIN - Tags: SOCIETY TRAVEL POLITICS)
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In this photo print, a lone walker gazes northwards towards Scotland as the late evening sun casts a warm glow over Hadrian's Wall near Crag Lough in Northumberland. This iconic structure, built during Roman times, served as a boundary between the Roman province of Britannia and the lands to the north, much of which is now part of present-day Scotland. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, Hadrian's Wall stands as a testament to ancient history and human ingenuity. The image not only captures the beauty of this historic landmark but also reflects upon the complex dynamics surrounding Scottish independence. The English-Scottish border has witnessed centuries-old fortifications and historic battlefields that bear witness to past conflicts. However, amidst these signs of ancient strife lies a region where many individuals lead lives that straddle both sides. As next year's referendum on Scottish independence approaches, practical concerns about potential division arise among those living in this borderland. The possibility of formal separation between two nations raises questions about shared identities and cross-border relationships. Through Toby Melville's lens, we are reminded that while history may leave its mark on landscapes like Hadrian's Wall, it is ultimately people who shape their own destinies. This thought-provoking photograph encapsulates both the timeless allure of an ancient monument and the contemporary uncertainties faced by those residing along this historically significant divide.
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