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Roman Engineering: Aqueducts, Bridges, and Roads
Explore the innovative engineering of ancient Rome, from the revolutionary use of arches in bridge construction to the sophisticated aqueduct system that supplied water to cities. Discover how Roman roads, built over 2,000 years ago,...
Curated Video
The Evolution of Bridge Construction
From the earliest days we ve been building bridges to make it easier to cross over water, other roads or treacherous terrain. Bridges have evolved from stone constructions to modern monoliths of concrete and steel.
Wonderscape
History Kids: The Roman Empire
In this video, we explore the lasting legacies of ancient Rome in the areas of art, architecture, engineering, and language. Also, the influence of Latin on language, including the development of Romance languages and the use of Latin...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Train Truss Animation
This animated video segment from "Building Big" demonstrates how a truss bridge is designed to balance the weight of a train as it travels over it. [0:39]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Clifton Suspension Bridge
This video segment from "Building Big" illustrates the basic design principles of the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol, England. [2:00]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Arch Bridge
This video segment adapted from "Building Big" illustrates the strength of the arch in bridge design and construction. [1:47]