Trajan's Forum

On the third day ashore, I made my first visit to Trajan’s Forum. The forum is two centuries old and was built by Emperor Trajan after their successful wars against the Dacians. Using the riches acquired during the wars, the Emperor rewarded the Roman citizens with the building of the forum. Construction was started in 107 CE and completed in 112 CE. The Emperor used architect Apollodorua of Damascus to construct the forum. The forum which is the largest in Roma, is a vast complex which has squares, the Basilica Ulpia, Trajan Column and the Divine Temple of Trajan (see figures 9, 10, and 11). Similar to the Agora of Athens, it is the center of commerce and politics within Roma. Upon arrival we entered Trajan’s Forum through an elegant archway called the Triumphal Arch. The arch led to a large square which the Romans called a piazza. The sqaure is a massive eighty meters by a hundred and twenty meters. The square is the center of ceremony and business. In the center of the piazza stands a very large statue of Emperor Trajan and a horse which appears to be over 12 meters tall!. Beyond the square to the right is a market with…

Art can be an instrument of rebellion or power through which people portray their affection or hatred for a leader. Through studies of the Column of Trajan, a person may, at first glance, see this piece as a people's way of commemorating Trajan's victory at the Dacian wars. But after delving deeper into the context of the piece, the real purpose becomes clear; through his means, Trajan used the column to commemorate his own power and to establish a way for his leadership to be remembered…

Robbie Flak was a defense lawyer who grew up in Slone, Texas. He was the son of a well respected lawyer who built up a reputation that afforded Robbie his start. He worked with his father but soon began to leave the realm of corporate law to deal with the injustices of society. His black hair and perpetual scowl gave him the appearance of anger and irritation, which his drinking habits only served to heighten. He was in a relationship with his live-in girlfriend, but has uncertain feelings for…

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The Romans set many standards for people that have lasted through time. The Roman Empire lasted over 500 years and has left the world with the many developments. These developments include roads, calendar, flushing toilets, sewers, architecture, and the love for watching people compete. The romans many monuments to showcase the power of Rome and give the people entertainment. Many of these monuments can still be found today. The Romans created many things that the world can wonder at. The Romans…

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