Rome was one of the most powerful nations seen in ancient history. Through naval and terrestrial militaristic might, innovative technologies, civilian protection, prosperous trading, geographical superiority, and governmental support, Rome dominated most of the known world in what was one of the largest Empires seen throughout history. One of the many reasons Rome gained such vast power was the nation’s ability to dominate the naval field. Their innovative thinking allowed them to defeat the Carthaginians, previously the dominating naval force in the area, and gain complete control of the Mediterranean Sea (“Explaining the,” 2009). The Romans took ships from numerous other nations and improved them, such ship was the trireme, a ship with three With incredible ideas and architectural feats unfathomable at the time, Rome propelled itself into a new, more modern era (“Explaining the,” 2009). Concrete allowed the Romans to build structures unimaginable with other building materials. The strength of Roman concrete allowed structures to not only be larger and heavier, but also to withstand the passing of time. Many of Rome’s concrete structures still stand today (Tab 9). Roman aqueducts provided safe drinking water for Rome, an indoor sewer system to remove waste and sewage from the city, and ample water for the bathhouses, where most of the Romans leisure time was spent. Most, roughly 260 miles, of the eleven aqueducts that supplied water to Rome were deep under ground, and almost 30 miles of the system was set above ground, in the form of monumental crossways, bridges, and arches. The aqueducts needed near constant care, which was performed by a professional curator and by slave labor (“Roman aqueducts,” 2016). The first form of newspaper, called the Acta Diurna, or “daily acts”, allowed the common peoples to know about the government. These messages were carved into metal or stone and posted in places with heavy traffic, and contained information such as military victories, birth and death notices, lists of games or gladiator battles, and human-interest stories. An Acta Senatus was also printed, which held information on the proceedings of the Senate (Andrews, 2012). In addition to being innovative in civil technology, the Romans were also very innovative in their
Rome was the greatest empire of all times and it impacted the society in many ways. It impacted society by the creation of laws, government practices, language, literature, and art.
At the epicenter of Carthage was its massive, extensive trading port, which incorporated a large circle copied from Greek Architecture that was able to accommodate more than 220 ships of varying sizes (Mark). It would from this port that Carthage would accumulate its wealth and come to be the dominant naval and trade power of the Mediterranean. Along with its strong navy Carthage used large numbers of mercenaries to bolster its land forces and extend its influence to islands abroad.
Rome created and maintained its huge Mediterranean Empire in many ways, the way Rome was started was unifying Italy then all the lands around the Mediterranean Sea. Rome maintained being a huge Empire because of the expansion in the Mediterranean lands. They stayed at the top also because of the rich farmlands and the pax romana. On page 142 “it says Rome’s central location contributed to its success in unifying Italy and then all the lands ringing the Mediterranean Sea.” Also on page 150 it says “ Commerce was greatly enhanced by the pax romana (roman peace)” This is all important to know for the AP world exam because when seeing how the empire was maintained we can compare what the Romans changed to what brought down the other empires.
“Many European cities still bear reminders of the power of ancient Rome, and throughout the western world the influence of Roman power is still manifest.” “As the Roman Empire expanded Roman architects struggled to achieve two overriding aims: to demonstrate the grandeur and power of Rome, while also improving the life of their fellow citizens.” They held the Greeks in high regard for both their sculpture and architecture, learned stonework and pyramid architecture from the Egyptians, and absorbed important techniques from the Etruscans. To that end, the Romans perfected three architectural elements: concrete, the arch, and the vault. These three elements helped lighten the load carried by Roman structures while maintaining overall durability.
The Romans invented and revolutionised many innovations and technologies. Although, of all of these innovations and technologies, only one has survived unchanged for over 2000 years. Hydraulic cement-based concrete is certainly the most significant ancient Roman innovation that has come to be. Ancient Roman concrete was significant as it was cheap, and allowed the ancient world to build greater infrastructure. This in turn vitally helped revolutionise trade and many regions’ economy. Concrete also allowed long-lasting and important health systems, as well as security systems to be put into place for ancient Rome, revolutionising both health and safety across the ancient world. On top of this, to prove the significance of concrete, it is still
Romans were very good architects and well known in the field of artistry. Roman houses were organized by wealth. The houses were inhibited by the wealthy, like wise the flats and apartments housed by the poor. Flats were known as insulae and only contained two rooms at the most, people used them only for sleeping (Trueman, History of Ancient Rome, April 21). The flats had no running baths. Roman baths were used in day-to-day life. They were supplied by lead pipes. A visitor would use a cold bath called the frigidarium, a warm bath called the tepidarium, or a hot bath called the caldarium. People in flats also did not have safe food so people...
The Roman Republic had an upstanding infrastructure, a stable social system, and a balanced constitution that solidified Rome’s greatness. Regardless of its achievements, however, the Roman Republic owes much of its success to classical Greek cultures. These cultures, in conjunction with the fundamental values of Roman society, certified Rome as one of the most significant powers the world has ever seen.
Daswani, T (January 13, 2011). Legacies of Rome - Communication [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved from Trisha Daswani.
Rome's vast empire lasted for an amazing one thousand-year reign. Half of it referred to as the republic, and the other as the empire. However, after its fall in 5oo-a.d. Rome has still remained in existence through its strong culture, architecture, literature, and even religion (Spielvogel 175). Even after its disappearance as a nation Rome left behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. Its ideals and traditions have been immolated, and adopted for over two thousand years. Whether, it is through its language of Latin, its influence of religion, or its amazing architectural ability Rome has influenced almost every culture following its demise. The heritage of Rome has been passed down through three different channels; one is through the eastern Roman Empire; through the Roman Catholic Church, and consciously by any and every one who has been in touch with Roman Culture (Hadas 157).
The Romans made aqueducts throughout there empire to supply water to there public baths, however it quickly became used for drinking, and the sewage system. they had a series of aqueducts that started from the rivers, even as far away as the river Anio. The Anio and Aqua Claudia were the two biggest systems of aqueducts for the Roman Empire. All aqueducts were designed to carefully drain all waste water into the sewage systems. The aqueducts lead the citizens of Rome to have very high hygiene.
The engineering discoveries of ancient Rome have played a key role in the history of architecture and engineering. Many of Rome’s roadways, bridges, and aqueducts have been in use from the first century until the twentieth century. Many American buildings have used the Roman dome. Several major structures from early Rome still stand, including the Collosseum. These remnants of feats of Roman engineering stand as a monument to the ability of ancient Roman builders.
The Roman Empire was one of the strongest civilizations during its twelve century history.The three most important contributions to their strengths were a perfect location which provided an abundance of resources, powerful leaders such as Julius Caesar that focused on military might so they could conquer other civilizations, and a far more advanced architecture than their neighbors. The history of Rome is so important because they are one of the greatest civilizations to have ever existed and there are reasons to why they were so successful. Looking back at what they did could show us how to be just as powerful as Rome was.
This class has examined the various accomplishments of ancient Rome, many that have been carried on throughout time and influenced numerous cultures around the world. Amongst those accomplishments were the development of concrete and the utilization of arches. This paper will examine the Roman development of both concrete and the infamous concrete arch that is utilized in many modern day structures today.
The Aqueduct, while not an invention of the Romans, was made effective and marvels of the engineering world. Some of the techniques of the aqueducts are still used by modern engineers. Roman aqueducts were immense feats of engineering and architecture
...ovements on the arch and the dome. Also, they built roads, bridges, harbors, and aqueducts, which they were most famous for. Aqueducts were a revolutionary invention that carried water from the hills to the cities. Even today, the principal of the aqueducts enables many urban areas to have water. The lasting contributions of the Roman Empire have helped to shape modern living.