Roman Peace. use of arch, domes, and columns ◦ Example: Coliseum

Pax Romana=

Roman Peace

Period of peace, prosperity and cultural diffusion

Impressive buildings were constructed

Over 50,000 miles of roads were paved

Aqueducts were built to carry water from as far 50 miles away

Roman Contributions

use of arch, domes, and columns◦Example: Coliseum

Architecture:

1,000 of miles of roads and bridges; multistoried buildings

Engineering:

Roman Roads

Basis for Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Italian (Romance Language) ◦It is a major influence on English

Latin Language

Romance Languages

during the Pax Romana, Emperors only appointed well trained and educated officials

Government:

Economy and Trade

the vast empire allowed the Romans to establish prosperous trade routes throughout the Mediterranean◦Gold and Ivory came from Africa◦Grain came from the Nile River delta in Egypt

◦Spices and gems came from India◦Silk came from China via the silk road◦Coins were regulated by the government and

made trade easier

Economy and Trade: