In 312 BC, Appius Claudius Caecus launched the construction of the Via Appia—Rome’s first great road—laying the foundation for imperial expansion and enduring connectivity across Italy.
Discover how Roman engineers designed and built bridges in the 1st century AD, using innovation and discipline to connect an empire.
Discover how the Roman Empire used the cursus publicus—its state-run courier system—to connect cities, governors, and emperors across vast distances.
How Roman roads were built in the 1st century BCE—exploring their design, labor, and impact on Rome’s military and economic dominance.
In the 1st century AD, Rome’s Cursus Publicus revolutionized communication—linking the empire through relay stations, couriers, and roads.
The Via Appia, built in 312 BCE, was Rome’s first major road, revolutionizing transportation and military logistics across the Republic.
Discover how the Flaminian Way united Rome with its northern provinces, enabling trade, military movements, and cultural exchange.
