They were a huge contribution to the cleanliness of the population, were provided at Pompeii in the forum area, at the baths and the sports field (palaestra)…
Over the past centuries, since its discovery in 1749, many archaeologists have contributed to our understanding of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Archaeologists were initially focused on excavating, most of which were improperly done causing extensive damage. It wasn’t until the 19th century, when archaeologist Giuseppe Fiorelli introduced new excavation methods; those succeeded him include August Mau, Vittorio Spinazzola and Amendo Maiuri. Now attention has shifted towards conservations and restorations which are reflected in the works of Fausto Zevi and Pier Guzzo.…
The bodies in Herculaneum differ from those in Pompeii differ by the way they were preserved is unique and gives an insight into the life and death of the city. In Pompeii although the 2000…
Would you consider the construction of the water systems in Pompeii and Herculaneum to be health…
One argument says that the people were "simply cooked, instantly" by the heat. They died very suddenly, and had no chance to escape. However, the problem with this argument is that a great many people DO appear to have escaped. As a result, it is highly possible that this was not what happened, and that instead the people were killed by the poisonous sulphur cloud as they attempted to escape. "Pompeii, which was on the other side of Vesuvius, did not suffer from pyroclastic flows ( avalanches of hot ash, pumice and gas) like Herculaneum. Instead it was showered with lapilli (debris of rock fragments formed in the volcano). At first the situation did not seem as serious as it was in Herculaneum, and people tended to seek protection from the falling lapilli by taking shelter in their houses. It was not long before the weight of the lapilli on the roofs became so heavy that buildings began to collapse. People now realized they had to abandon Pompeii. For many it was too late. Vesuvius was now belching out sulphur fumes and many were poisoned while trying to flee. Of the 15,000 population, an estimated 2,000 died in the disaster."One argument says that the people were "simply cooked, instantly" by the heat. They died very suddenly, and had no chance to escape. However, the problem with this argument is that a great many people DO appear to have escaped. As a result, it is highly possible that this was not what happened, and that instead the people were killed by the poisonous sulphur cloud as they attempted to escape. "Pompeii, which was on the other side of Vesuvius, did not suffer from pyroclastic flows ( avalanches of hot ash, pumice and gas) like Herculaneum. Instead it was showered with lapilli (debris of rock fragments formed in the volcano). At first the situation did not seem as serious as it was in Herculaneum, and people tended to seek protection from the falling lapilli by taking shelter in their houses. It was not long before the weight of the lapilli on…
Pompeii and Herculaneum, like all ancient Roman-styled towns, were self governing cities n local matters, but were subject to royal decrees from Rome by the Emperor. However, the ‘emperor’ rarely interfered except where the empires security or local order was at stake. After the revolt within the Amphitheatre between Pompeian’s and Nacerians in AD59, Emperor Nero dismissed and exiled the two chief magistrates, and had a law –governing prefect watch over the two newly elected ones.…
Vesuvius entered the history of volcanology with the eruption of 79 AD burying towns and making history as one of the most fascinating natural disasters ever to hit this planet. The eruption destroyed the cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplonti and Stabiae and caused the death of thousands of people, including Pliny the Elder. Earthquakes occurred frequently before the eruption in 79 AD but the locals disregarded them, as they were extremely common in this area. An earthquake was recorded in 62 AD on the 5th of Febuary. This earthquake caused serious damage in both Pompeii and Herculaneum, and minor damage in Nuceria and Naples, which was where the Emperor, Nero at this time, was performing in the theatre. According to writer Seneca, the earthquakes lasted for several days and it wasn’t until the 4th day that they began to die down. Seneca also said that he “presumed that the earthquake swarm occurred at a shallow depth in the Vesuvian area”. People of the time were very surprised at the extreme extent of the damage.…
The eruption of Mt Vesuvius in Pompeii is as influential today as it was in ancient times. This is for many reasons, the primary reason being the unique preservation of structures, frescos (wall paintings) and many other things.…
At the northern side of the Forum is the Temple of Jupiter. Built in 150 B.C it was Pompeii's main temple. A Capitolium in structure and in pure Italic style, the temple was constructed on a high base, with a double flight of stairs at its front. Inside the temple lay the "cella", accessible only to the priests, and which contained three stands at its far end. Theses stands were occupied by statues of Juno, Jupiter, and Minerva. In 62 C.E., the temple was seriously damaged in an earthquake, and was in the process of being repaired until Mt Vesuvius erupted. In this physical source some problems such as the earthquake and the volcanic eruption had damaged the temple which could have destroyed some of the important things the temple and priests would have done regarding the worship of the gods. The information this temple provides is what and how did the people of Pompeii worshipped their gods and how sacrifices were performed by the priest. These things would help us understand the gods and worship as well as how religion affected everyday life of the Pompeians. Being physical remains from the ancient city it would be referred as a reliable source to work off.…
In the year 79 CE Mt. Vesuvius of Pompeii erupted. The eruption was so catastrophic that it destroyed cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Pompeii, which is also known as “The Garden of the Fugitives”, is an important part of Ancient Roman history, because it has shown historians a vision of the Ancient Roman society. Historians now believe that the people of Pompeii died by an explosion of gas and hot mud brutally eliminated the residents. Before this, people believed that everyone died by suffocating from the ash. There is evidence that proves this. The ones that will be discussed are Pliny the Younger’s writing, the eruption of Mt. Helens and the body casts.…
Why is Pompeii so important? It's a destroyed city of people who died, and we can only tell how they felt in the people's last moments of their lives.…
Using the following sources and your own knowledge, discuss the importance of religion and death in Pompeii and Herculaneum.…
In the city of Pompeii on the morning of August 24, 79 CE, everyday life was commencing as usual. The stirrings of the mountain in the distance went unnoticed until an explosion rocked the streets. Panic broke out as people tried to flee the city and parents made vain efforts to protect their children from the falling ash and rocks that would cover the city. The eruption of Mount Vesuvius did not just demolish a city, it wiped out an entire civilization.…
Back in the day when Pompeii was thriving with life, many people died due to unfortunate deaths and the occasional town murders. They needed their soap operas to keep them entertained for the time being. The Romans believed a funeral was a rite of passage that symbolized the transitions between life and death. It’s very important to plan the proper burial to avoid vengeful spirits rising from the underworld. Roman funeral practices have been passed down and various Roman funeral practices still exist. Some have not been passed down. Generally there were five parts of a Roman funeral:…
New research has immensely impacted on our understanding of daily life in both Pompeii and Herculaneum. Experts in archaeology, science and other fields have revealed copious amounts of information about people, buildings and food found in the two cities prior to the eruption in 62 AD.…
