Why Roman roads outlast modern American expressways
After two millennia of continuous use, ancient Roman infrastructure often remains more intact than contemporary highways. This video investigates the engineering secrets behind the remarkable durability of these historic routes.
The video examines the structural longevity of Roman roads, comparing them to the wear and certainly more rapid degradation seen in modern American expressways. It explores why these ancient paths have survived 2,000 years of intense use and environmental pressure.
By looking at surviving examples, such as the Roman bridge at Merida, the presentation investigates the fundamental differences in construction and endurance between antiquity and the present day.
Source: Were Roman Roads more Durable than Modern Highways?
