Wow. If you have any interest in #engineering or #AncientRome this article will fascinate you as it did me! The Romans were f*cking geniuses. Sorry, no better way to describe it.
https://www.cnn.com/style/article/roman-concrete-mystery-ingredient-scn/index.html
https://www.cnn.com/style/article/roman-concrete-mystery-ingredient-scn/index.html
Mystery of why Roman buildings have survived so long has been unraveled, scientists say
The majestic structures of ancient Rome have survived for millennia — a testament to the ingenuity of Roman engineers, who perfected the use of concrete.Katie Hunt, CNN (CNN)
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in reply to Jeffrey • • •They were also cruel SOBs