Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

One of the world’s earliest sewage systems, the Cloaca Maxima drained water and waste from the city, playing a vital role in preventing floods and improving urban sanitation. Its construction showcased Roman engineering prowess and significantly contributed to the city’s health during critical military campaigns, such as the Third Samnite War, by fostering a formidable workforce of healthy citizens and soldiers.

Ancient stone arches stretch across dark, flowing waters, with moss-covered walls glistening in the dim light of torches mounted along the pathway. The air is thick with the scent of damp earth and a distant echo of water cascading through narrow channels, framed by the rough, textured bricks of the sewer's ancient structure.