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Ancient History, Greek and Roman through Late Antiquity
Classics; Ancient Science Fair; Rome; Aqueducts; Clean Water
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Roman Aqueducts, Rachel Caughey, Krista Long
Roman Aqueducts, Rachel Caughey, Krista Long
Classics Ancient Science Fair
Access to safe, clean drinking water is essential for any city’s survival. This was especially difficult but still necessary for cities in antiquity. Rome was able to construct conduits that provided enough water to supply its citizens and clean the sewer systems. This was an engineering feat that was unsurpassed by other states in the ancient world.