Roman Aqueducts and Roads
Engineering · 5th Year · Ancient Engineering and Early Societies · 1.º Período

Roman Aqueducts and Roads

This topic examines the lasting impact of Roman engineering on public health and transport. Pupils learn how arches and gradients were used to move water across vast distances.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsSESE History: Life, society, work and culture in the pastSESE Geography: Human environments

About This Topic

This topic examines the lasting impact of Roman engineering on public health and transport. Pupils learn how arches and gradients were used to move water across vast distances.

Key Questions

  1. How did aqueducts change city life?
  2. Why are Roman arches so strong?
  3. What impact did Roman roads have on trade?

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