Caerleon
Proper noun
Meaning
Caerleon
A town in the city of Newport, Wales (OS grid ref ST3390).
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Examples
Another sign of his rising fortunes was the publication in 1923 of a collected edition of his works (the "Caerleon Edition") and a bibliography.
From Geoffrey's grand description of Caerleon, Camelot gains its impressive architecture, its many churches and the chivalry and courtesy of its inhabitants.
Geoffrey's description of Caerleon is probably based on his personal familiarity with the town and its impressive Roman ruins; it is less clear that Caerleon was associated with Arthur before Geoffrey.
This was connected by road to the larger Roman towns at Glevum ( Gloucester ) and Isca Augusta ( Caerleon ).