WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Ancient Romans pioneered advances in many areas of science and technology, establishing tools and methods that have ultimately shaped the way the world does certain things. The Romans were extremely adept engineers. They understood the laws of physics well enough to develop aqueducts and better ways to aid water flow.

Detailed explanation-2: -By freeing law from the clutches of religion and ethics the Romans built up a concrete theory of legal rights. Subsequently this view founded a strong basis of an elaborate system of various rights. Another aspect of Roman contribution to political thought is the separation between state and individual.

Detailed explanation-3: -The First Period of Expansion The first period of expansion, or becoming larger, began in 509 B.C.E. At this time, the Romans drove the last Etruscan king out of power, and Rome became a republic. The Romans wanted to protect their borders and to gain more land. This led to a series of wars.

Detailed explanation-4: -Economic Expansion. There was substantial economic infrastructure in the empire. It included harbors, mines, quarries, brickyards, olive oil factories, etc. Wheat, wine and olive oil came mainly from Spain, the Gallic provinces, North Africa and Egypt.