P2. Places of Ancient Rome by Isaiah Graham

1. The Colosseum

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The Colosseum was constructed between 70 and 80 AD by the emperor Vespasian, and his son Titus. The Colosseum was built after Rome captured the city of Jerusalem, and the wealth and enslaved people they captured were used to assist the construction. The Colosseum could hold up to 80,000 people, and was used to host gladiator matches, animal hunts, and could even be flooded to host miniature naval battles.

2. The baths of Caracalla

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3. Trajan's Forum

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4. The Pantheon

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5. Circus Maximus

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Draft: Circus maximum was built in the 6th century. The Circus Maximum was built by slaves. Circus maximum is primarily used for chariot racing but was also used for other events. Other events were held there, including gladiatorial combat. It was built using wood.

6. Theater of Marcellus

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The theater of Marcellus was important in Rome. And the construction was completed in the late 1st century BCE. They started construction during the rane of Julius Caesar but it wasn't finished until Augustus was rolling. The theater was built for Augustus's nephew. They used the theater to entertain themselves.

7. Domus Aurea

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8. Theatre of Pompey

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The theatre of pompey was built around 55 bc, and was built by Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus the theatre of pompey as a political tool to glorify his achievements. It was also used to solidify his power, and gain public favor, during a time of political instability. The theatre of pompey was built on flat land.

9. Arch of Constantine

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10. Acqua Claudia

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The Acqua Claudia was

69 km (42 mi) long aqua duct it had a 0.2 slope that means for every 1 mile it drops 6 in. It brought 2,200 leaders of water per second to Rome. Emperor Caligula started it in 38 AD finished it in 52 AD but in 71 AD Vespasian restored it, in 81ad Titus rebuilt it again. They even still use it today They have piping on top of it so we don't have to build anything else. It was made of pozzolanic concrete. It was built to bring water to the city of Rome.

11. Cloaca Maxima

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Cloaca Maxima is a big sewer system. It is now a monument because it was the first sewer system ever. It was built in the 6th century BCE. It was built because they needed a better way to dispose of waste.

12. Temple of Portunus

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The Temple of Portunus was dated back to the 1st century BC but was rebuilt times after that. The Temple of Potunus is one of the best preserved ancient Roman architectures and is a testament to skill and the craftsmanship of the Roman builders The Temple of Portunus was built in dedication to Portunus a youthful god associated with water crossings and seaports. The Temple of Portunus was used in ancient Rome when they became Christian. The Temple of Portunus was mainly built from travertine which is a type of limestone and tuff which is a volcanic stone.

13. Capitoline Hill

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Capitoline hill is 460 m long and 180 m wide. The hill was used for housing temples and prison. It was built by Tarquino Prisco during the 14th to 17th century BC. Ancient religious people and political institutions were who lived on the Capitoline hill.

14. Arch of Titus

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Art of Titus was built soon after the death of Titus in 81 CE. It was built by his brother Domitian who succeeded him as emperor. Arch Titus was built to show that they conquered the Kingdom of Judea. Arch Titus was built and used to honor the emperor. There is no correct answer but the theory is that it was designed and overseen by Rabiriu.

15. Ponte Fabricio

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Why was Ponte Fabricio built? It was built to connect the Left Bank to Tiber Island. Who built the Ponte Fabricio? The person that built the Ponte Fabricio was Lucius Fabricius; he was the builder. Why was the Ponte Fabricio built? It was built to connect the mainland to the island. What was Ponte Fabricio used for in Ancient Rome? The bridge's primary purpose was a revised access to Tiber Island which held great

16. Tiber Island, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

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17. Ostia Antica

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When was Ostia Antica built? It was built in 620 BC. Who built the Ostia Antica? The person that built the Ostia Antica was king Ancus Marcius. Why was it built? It was built because the main function of the Ostia was the main base for the Roman navy. What was the Ostia Antica used for in Ancient Rome? It was used for? The ruins of the ancient port town that served as the gateway to Rome, Ostia Antica served as Rome’s principal port for hundreds of years. What are the materials to build Ostia Antica? The materials to build the Ostia Antic are using materials like tuff, brick, wood, and Roman concrete, which was a mix of lime mortar, pozzolana, and stones.

18. Appian Way

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The Appian way was built in 86 ad. It was used to transport soldiers and Military equipment. They also used it for More stuff that is involved with the Military. The first thing they did to build the Appian way was they level the ground playst stones and filled it in.

19. Alban Hills

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Albano hill are some mountains with a lake in the middle on the outside of Rome The lake was Rome's first aqueduct And it had a lake in the middle called Lake Albano. Albano hills was best Known for its Small villages but most notably Gandolfo Castle which is a small village and castle.

20. Tarpeian Rock

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This rock is above the Roman prison near the Senate house. they built a set of stairs that went up to the capitol from the forum. They used the forum to expose the bodies of educated criminals before they were thrown into the Tiber (river). The tarpeian rock was not built by man it is all naturally built. It was also named after the myth Tarpeia.

21. Temple of Hercules Victor

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22. Aurelian Walls

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The Aurelian Walls were built between the 270 and 275 centuries the the Works begin in 271 it was completed in 276 ton 282 ad and the build was in the late 3rd century. The Aurelian Walls were built by Probus the older Roman Empire Aurelian. The Aurelian Walls were built to defend the capital from the threat of invasions by the German populations that were pressing on the borders of the empire. The Aurelian Walls were used for a barrier to protect the Roman empire. The Aurelian Walls were made of concrete faced with brick which were about 12 ft thick.

23. Stadium of Domitian

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The Stadium of Domitian was built in 86 ad. They have also changed it throughout the years. They used it for gladiator fights and also for sports like bullfights and also boxing. The thing that they used for building the Stadium of Domitian was Bricks coated in molded with colored stucco.

24. Circus of Maxentius

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The Circus Maximus was primarily used for chariot races and famous battles. We don't know who built it but we do know it was built in 306 to 316 BC. It was made with wood with sand on top of the wood. Lucius Tarquinius Priscus was who built the Circus Maximus.

25. Curia Julia

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26. Basilica Julia

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Basilica Juian was built 48-54 BCE by Julius Caesar. It was then reconstructed in 12AD after a fire in 9AD. It was used by the Romans for civil law courts. It was made out of marble and wood.

27. The Rostra

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The Rostra was the platform from which orators spoke to assemble people and have political speeches. It was built with marble and stone. Julius Caesar helped remodel the Rostra in 44 BCE. Its name was taken from the bronze ship’s beaks and they decorated it on the front of the Rostra.

28. Tabularium

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