Where can we find Boudica today?
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Though known to us only by a few paragraphs in incomplete classical texts, Boudica has, at least since the 16th century, exerted a powerful hold on the British imagination and identity. The defiant and vengeful queen of the Iceni - who led a revolt of such ferocity that the Romans feared they would lose the province of Britain - is celebrated in literature, art, film and fancy dress. Even now,