BobRingReflections

My previous blog on the history of ancient Roman roads introduced me to another subject of incredible Roman engineering and construction , aqueducts , which I could hardly wait to explore.  So, this blog will cover the history of ancient Roman aqueducts.   After a short introduction, I will start with water management systems before the Romans; then the history of Roman aqueducts to include those built for the Roman capital, the city of Rome; aqueducts across the Roman Empire, with examples; engineering and construction; inspection and maintenance; management; water uses; decline and legacy; and conclusions . As usual, I will list my principal sources at the end.   Introduction The Ancient Romans constructed aqueducts in their capital city of Rome, throughout their  Republic . and later  Empire , to bring water from outside sources into cities and towns.  Aqueduct water supplied public baths, latrines, fountain...