The Technology of Ancient Rome

Download or read book The Technology of Ancient Rome written by Naomi V. McCullough and published by Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient Rome was a civilization developed over many centuries. At its height, it had the world’s greatest army, rulers, and language, influencing much of the known world. Their technologies during this time were likewise improvements on older concepts, mostly from the Greeks, whom they conquered. Nevertheless, their influence continued long after the fall of the Roman Empire. Today, several technologies have their origins in Ancient Rome. This book examines the history of Ancient Rome and its key contributions to society, past and present.