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ROME UNDER AUGUSTUS Historical City Plan ,1894 Antique Colour Map
ROME UNDER AUGUSTUS Historical City Plan ,1894 Antique Colour Map HISTORICAL RAIL AND ROUTE CITY PLAN
Rome achieved great glory under Octavian/Augustus. He restored peace after 100 years of civil war; maintained an honest government and a sound currency system; extended the highway system connecting Rome with its far-flung empire; developed an efficient postal service; fostered free trade among the provinces; and built many bridges, aqueducts and buildings adorned with beautiful works of art created in the classical style. Literature flourished with writers including Virgil, Horace, Ovid, and Livy all living under the emperor's patronage.MAP HAS INSERTS IDENTIFYING VARIOUS SITES
1890s Wood Engraving, Antique Map
Approximate Overall Size: 6 X 9 1/2 inches
CONDITION: Book Plate Map - Excellent Condition. German Text. Beautiful with excellent detail. Text on Reverse Side

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