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The crossing-point on the upper reaches of the River Isen. As the only direct route between Eriador and Gondor, the Fords had great strategic value, and Isengard was built to guard them. They were the scene of two Battles between Saruman and the Rohirrim during the War of the Ring. See also...Ceorl, Dúnhere, Elfhelm, Éomer Éadig, Erkenbrand, Ethraid Engrin, Grey Company, Kingdom of the South, Second Battle of the Fords of Isen, Second Marshal of the Riddermark, Théodred, West Road, West-mark For acknowledgements and references, see the Disclaimer & Bibliography page. Original content © copyright Mark Fisher 1998, 2001. All rights reserved. For conditions of reuse, see the Site FAQ. |