Roman Legacy

Roman legacy means the many Roman ideas, words, buildings, and systems that still influence the world.

What Happened

Roman roads, arches, aqueducts, and concrete influenced later builders. Latin shaped many modern languages, including Spanish, French, Italian, and Portuguese.

Why It Matters

Roman law influenced legal systems in many countries. Stories, calendars, city plans, and government ideas also carry Roman influence.

Fun Facts

• Roman roads, arches, aqueducts, and concrete influenced later builders.
• Latin shaped many modern languages, including Spanish, French, Italian, and Portuguese.
• Roman law influenced legal systems in many countries.
• Stories, calendars, city plans, and government ideas also carry Roman influence.

Did You Know?

Historians and learners study Roman legacy by comparing written records, objects, buildings, maps, and careful questions.