Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

Where the Tiber meets the Tyrrhenian Sea, its banks widen, forming a bustling port area crucial for maritime trade. Here, ships from across the Mediterranean arrive, laden with goods bound for Rome. This is the lifeline for Rome’s economy, as goods like grain, wine, and olive oil flow into the city through this port. The mouth is also a key strategic location, heavily patrolled to protect against pirates and invasions. The area would be the starting point of Rome’s massive import network, making it crucial to the sustenance and wealth of the Republic.

A sprawling view of the Tiber River opening into the Tyrrhenian Sea, vibrant port facilities lining the banks, with a harbor bustling with ships unloading cargo under a bright Mediterranean sun.