The discoveries were made in Maidstone, Kent (Image: CHANNEL 4)
Mr Dennis revealed how the location “with a direct route into London,” led experts to conclude “this part of Britain was one of the key strongholds in the empire .
And Dr Duckworth explained why the River Medway was central to their understanding.
She continued: “In the Roman period, and a lot in the past, waterways were more important than roads.
“We tend to think of roads or the wheel as being the most important invention, but actually waterways are ready-made modes of transport.
“I think one of the things that is most important about the Roman period, and the reason they were such a success, is because of this incredible infrastructure of trade and transport.