Limes Germanicus

Limes Germanicus was a series of fortified borders and defensive structures established by the Roman Empire along its northeastern frontier in what is now Germany and the Netherlands. Built mainly between the late 1st and 2nd centuries AD, these defenses included walls, ditches, and forts designed to protect Roman territories from Germanic tribes. The system marked the boundary of Roman control in the region and facilitated military patrols and trade. Ultimately, the Limes Germanicus served as a symbol of Roman dominance and borders, although it was gradually abandoned as the empire's focus shifted and control waned.