01-04-2002, 03:01 PM
Try the archaeology. A recent dig in Southwark unearthed a (partial) female skeleton with accoutrements which suggested she may well have been a gladiatrix. I'm afraid I've no firm citation or reference to offer for this; the location was to the north side of Great Dover Street, Bermondsey (London, UK) and the dig was some time between 1999 & 2001. The burial was tentatively dated (when last I heard) to between 200-300 AD. Interestingly, the site appeared to reflect a low social status, yet reasonable wealth. Sorry I can't give more than this - but try the Museum of the city of London, who should be able to link you to the archaeological reports. Vale. <p></p><i></i>
