Redating the invasion of Britain

Julius Caesar's invasion of Britain in 55BC could not have occurred on the dates stated in most history books . . .

The traditional view is that Caesar landed in Britain on 26-27 August, but researchers from Texas State University say this cannot be right.

Dr Donald Olson, an expert on tides, says that the English Channel was flowing the wrong way on these dates.

An invasion of the south coast at Deal on August 22-23 is favoured instead.

Read the rest at the BBC -- or better, check out the Sky & Telescope press release, with further links.

Posted by David on July 2, 2008 3:56 PM