roman peace. use of arch, domes, and columns ◦ example: coliseum
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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: