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Document Details : Title: The Earliest Fortifications of the Citadel at Gordion Author(s): ROSE, C. Brian Journal: Anatolica Volume: 50 Date: 2024 Pages: 135-169 DOI: 10.2143/ANA.50.0.3293610 Abstract : Gordion’s citadel was inhabited for nearly 2,700 years, from the Early Bronze Age, ca. 2300 BCE, through the Medieval period, ca. twelfth–fourteenth century CE. Unlike many other sites in Asia Minor, however, the best-preserved remains are those dated to the Iron Age, especially the ninth century (Early Phrygian) and the eighth century BCE (early Middle Phrygian). This article reviews the evidence for the first phase of monumental architecture on the citadel, ca. 875-850, concentrating on the earliest Iron Age fortifications and the buildings that adjoined them. The discussion focuses primarily on the eastern side of the Citadel Mound, where excavations have been conducted by Rodney Young (1950-1973), Mary Voigt (a Deep Sounding in 1988-1989), and me (the Phrygian citadel’s South Gate from 2013-2023). The structures considered include the Early Phrygian Building (ca. 875-850 BCE), the contemporary Post and Poros Building, and the citadel’s East and South Gates (ca. 850 BCE). The article concludes witha review of the ninth century building program and its potential sponsors. |
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