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The Roman Aqueducts: Engineering the Water of an Empire
In this episode of The Story of Italy, Lucas and Luna explore the marvel of Roman aqueducts. From the Aqua Appia, built in 312 BCE, to the massive Aqua Claudia and Anio Novus, discover how Rome supplied its millions of citizens with fresh water. Learn about Frontinus, the water commissioner who documented the system, the use of arcades and siphons to traverse valleys, and the daily life of the aquarii who maintained the network. The episode also covers the controversial lead pipes debate and how the city's water needs shaped Roman engineering and politics.
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