The Advancement Of The Pax Romana

The Pax Romana was a period of peace between 27 BCE to 180 CE. Its literal translation is Roman Peace, which explains its name. The Pax Romana was the time in which the Roman Empire reached its peak. It was started off by Augustus, Julius Caesar's heir, who aimed to better the Roman empire. During this time there were many technological advancements which were a direct result of the ability to maintain peace in the empire. In the Pax Romana citizens experienced safety, political changes from Augustus, and Rome had a lasting influence on culture, the arts, and entertainment.

For normal citizens the Pax Romana offered them safety, so they could live a fulfilling life. The largest class was still considered poor, however they were able to

As the empire reached its peak, it covered a large area of land. And around this time Romans started to use concrete for their infrastructure. They used concrete to build a huge transportation system with roads that made trade easier and more efficient. They also used this concrete to create buildings, and other supporting structures. Along with roads, entertainment centers were built such as arenas and amphitheaters. These had a lasting impact on the world, as many of them are still standing, like the colosseum and they influenced other cultures as well. This was because when the Romans traded, they also spread their culture to the rest of the world to establish themselves as a world power. Not only that, but their style of government has been a model for modern countries such as the United States, and many western nations. However technology was not the only thing that prospered, the arts were popular during this time as well. Sculptures and paintings were made all over the empire, which reflected its prosperity. Other activities that the Romans had an influence in was bathing. It was normal for Romans to exercise then participate in a bath. They could also swim in public baths which we now call pools. But the most important part of this practice was not the bathing but the socialization that came with it. People could meet people of all walks of life at these places which allowed for an exchange of ideas. The Roman empire had a lasting impact on the world during the Pax Romana because of its technological advances, and its focus on the