Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

A sprawling area of smelting furnaces and workshops, where Etruscan artisans refined and shaped iron ore brought from the nearby island of Elba. The vibrancy of the district echoes its historical relevance as a leading center for iron production, contributing significantly to the trade and resistance against Rome.

A panoramic view of a bustling ironworking district, with tall smelting furnaces belching clouds of smoke into a hazy sky, flanked by stone workshops with artisans hammering glowing iron on anvils, while the distant cliffs of Elba loom under a bright sun.