HISTORY
ANCIENT ROME
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the god Neptune became more popular
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large urban areas became even larger
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boats could ship goods long distances
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water was re-routed away from disloyal areas
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Romans constructed aqueducts throughout their Republic and later Empire, to bring water from outside sources into cities and towns. Aqueduct water supplied public baths, latrines, fountains, and private households; it also supported mining operations, milling, farms, and gardens.
Detailed explanation-2: -They allowed for easier commerce between towns and cities and also allowed the Roman Legions to move quickly around the expanding empire.
Detailed explanation-3: -Roman Arches Roman engineers improved on arches by flattening their shape to create what is known as a segmental arch and repeating them at various intervals to build stronger supports that could span large gaps when used in bridges and aqueducts.
Detailed explanation-4: -The aqueducts contributed a great deal to the social aspects in ancient Rome. This saw the establishment of the baths, which were places of socializing. These baths were meant for certain individuals in the society. Although the poor could use the baths, it is evident that they were used by the rich in the society.