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Inside the engineering feats that defined the Roman Empire

Ancient Rome’s engineering achievements remain some of the most impressive in human history. From vast road networks to advanced aqueduct systems, infrastructure played a central role in the empire’s ...

Ancient engineering unearthed: How did Brittany’s 7,000-year-old wall survive underwater?

A massive 7,000-year-old stone wall has been found underwater off the coast of Brittany. This ancient structure is France's ...
The Debrief

1,700-Year-Old Roman “Advanced Engineering” Unearthed in a Rare Archaeological Discovery

A rare 1,700-year-old discovery by archaeologists in Turkey highlights the use of advanced engineering of the Roman-era.
Greek Reporter

Archimedes’ Screw: The Ancient Greek Water-Raising Invention Still Used Today

The Archimedes screw, an ancient Greek invention for lifting water. Learn about its origins, how it works, and its modern applications.
Associated Press

All roads in ancient Rome stretched far longer than previously known, study shows

As the saying went, all roads once led to Rome — and those roads stretched 50% longer than previously known, according to a new digital atlas published Thursday. The last major atlas of ancient Roman ...
The Columbian

Ancient Roman roads longer than previously known

A fragment of a Roman milestone that was erected along the road Via Nova Traiana in Jordan. (Adam Pazout/Itiner-e) WASHINGTON — As the saying went, all roads once led to Rome — and those roads ...
PBS

Ancient Egypt: Documentaries and Historical Facts

Go back in time to ancient Egypt. Thousands of years, in fact. Their influence on modern life can be seen in our language, art, engineering, and more. Gain a new appreciation for ancient Egyptian ...