Pompeii : The Tower Of Security

On August 24th in 79 AD at approximately 1300 a cloud appeared over the Roman city of Pompeii. This was all the warning the residents had before the nearby volcano, Mount Vesuvius, erupted. Huge quantities of scalding hot ash, pumice and lava pebbles were thrown into the sky. This then cascaded down across an extensive area. Pompeii was buried under 14 to 17 feet of ash and pumice, and the nearby seacoast was drastically changed. Herculaneum was buried under more than 60 feet of mud and volcanic material. Some residents of Pompeii later returned to dig out their destroyed homes and salvage their valuables, but many treasures were left and then forgotten. The remains of 2,000 men, women, and children were found at Pompeii. After perishing

The private and public leisure activities of Pompeii and Herculaneum were largely abundant. Many activities could be participated in and were used often. These include Drama performances, gladiatorial games, drinking, gambling, brothels, exercise, gardens, baths and food and dining. All these were an important part of Pompeian and Herculaneum life. They were seen as important to keep the body and mind healthy in most cases. Though some opposed some of the activities like brothels, gambling and drinking. But all give a important look into the life of those in Pompeii and Herculaneum before the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius which completely destroyed

As Mount Vesuvius shook the earth, the people of Pompeii were terrified. Not only was it a celebration, but all the pompeians were in the center of town. Right in front of the dreaded Vesuvius. Each convulse, throwing lapilli (rocks) at the citizens of Pompeii. Some started to scream. Others tried to remain calm and lead their family to the ‘safety’ of their basements. But most stood in shock. This day will be remembered for many millenniums. There are many points of comparison a reader can make to “Dog of Pompeii” by: Louis Untermeyer and “Pompeii” by: Robert Silverberg. Tone and point of view are among a few of the largest similarities in these stories. They both portray the ominous hardship of this time. They also portray how even in times

Throughout Aristophanes’ “Clouds” there is a constant battle between old and new. It makes itself apparent in the Just and Unjust speech as well as between father and son. Ultimately, Pheidippides, whom would be considered ‘new’, triumphs over the old Strepsiades, his father. This is analogous to the Just and Unjust speech. In this debate, Just speech represents the old traditions and mores of Greece while the contrasting Unjust speech is considered to be newfangled and cynical towards the old. While the defeat of Just speech by Unjust speech does not render Pheidippides the ability to overcome Strepsiades, it is a parallel that may be compared with many other instances in Mythology and real life.

In ancient Pompeii, there were many important establishments in the Forum. It was seen as the primal hub of the town, and due to the busy trading nature, a commercial centre for exchanging foreign goods was a necessity. However in Herculaneum, being a quiet fishing village, the structure of the Forum would have been very different to that of Pompeii.

Archeologists all over the world work towards not only discovering the tracks left behind by societies millions of years ago, but also make an effort to save those footprints for future generations. However, conservation and preservation of archaeological sites can prove to be as arduous as discovering them, or may be more. As a historical site is discovered, it becomes the responsibility of the government and everybody who has to play a role, to secure that site and to not let it deteriorate. Doing so is now also made part of law in many countries and it comes as no surprise when preservation of historical sites is the prime goal of numerous international organizations. Pompeii is one of the most popular historical sites that have been a point of concern for not only Italy’s government but also UN itself. In this paper we try develop an insight of barriers that restrict the development of restoration. Pompeii is an ancient Roman town near the modern Naples, which was first discovered in the 18th century, after it had been destroyed by a volcanic eruption, courtesy of the close standing Mount Vesuvius during the first century. This area and the closer one of Herculaneum was covered in about 20 feet of ash when it was discovered but much of the objects had been able to survive, specifically the ones below the city, as there had been no exposure to air or moisture. This destination is of great importance for the present world as it provides a quality insight into the ‘Pax

Domitius had brought his army upon Pompey but their was a ravine between them. The ravine was hard to cross, and at the time there was a heavy storm pouring down rain and blowing big gusts of wind. Domitius was ready to retreat but Pompey was waiting for this moment. With his troops he quickly advanced and crossed the abyss, the enemy was in a state of great confusion and disorder and not all of them were present. The rain had made it hard to see and the battle was a flurry, many were fighting against their own army, Pompey himself narrowly escaped death. Pompey’s troops won the battle and his troops gave him the title imperator meaning commander or a victorious general. Pompy said he could not accept the title with some of the enemy camp still standing, and if they wish to make him worthy of honor they must demolish the enemy camp. So they assaulted the adversary and thereafter Domitius perished at the hands of Pompey.

At that moment, I realized that, the eminent Odysseus, the so called hero of the Trojan War, must have been the leader of the men. He was obviously not here at the moment, for he would not have condoned entering my lair, and would have been more circumspect than his men. It was only a matter of moments, before he realized that something was wrong and that he would come begging to my door for his men. Sooner rather than later, my suspicions were proven true as a handsome, muscular man arrived at the front door of my hall. I cordially allowed him to enter, but he brushed away everything and brusquely asked me “Where are my

Pompeii was a City in Italy which overall has a great significance in Roman culture. Pompeii was not famous for its rise or its rule but its destruction. Pompeii was a picture perfect world full of culture and rich history, It was destroyed in AD 79 by a Volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius. It was a symbol of Roman culture and has a great influence on the future even though it existed so long ago.

How would you have lived in pompeii? Many people died startled to death holding their children. The horrifying disaster ruined so many lives. Pompeii had several similarities to our life today.

Pompeii was once a large and promising city that one day became uninhabitable by the eruption of mount Vesuvius.

Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, known as ‘Pompey’ or ‘Pompey the Great’, was a military leader and a politician, who along with Crassus and Caesar formed the first Triumvirate, making him one of the most powerful men in Rome. A man who demanded respect from all, he gained power through his military prowess and influence, and even had the gall to give himself the title Magnus, which was Latin for the word ‘Great’. Pompey obviously was following the steps of the Macedonian General and leader Alexander the Great. Pompey’s life was littered with amazing military feats and achievements, yet despite his connections and military might, Pompey had an army of veterans, and in particular was strong in the naval area, the ever popular and legendary Julius Caesar triumphed between the titans for the right to rule.

Oedipus Rex is a form of literature that teaches life’s simplest lessons that people have trouble accepting today; the truth will always find its way out. Oedipus was just an ordinary man, raised by who he thought were his real parents, was strong and clever, saved the city of Thebes from the Sphinx and became the king. Though Oedipus might’ve seemed like a hero at first, accusations were made against him about the murder of King Lauis and that’s where everything unraveled. No matter how hesitant and neglective he was discovering the truth, it all started making sense to him. Oedipus had no idea he married his own mother and had kids with her as well. However, Jocasta thought she could outsmart the prophecy by sending Oedipus to his death, as a baby, but the messenger and the Shepherd saved him and Oedipus’s destiny had yet to come true. This proves that one cannot stop something from happening, and cannot hide from the truth

A significant event that occurred in Ancient Rome is the eruption of Mt Vesuvius which destroyed the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, killing around 2000 people. The Mt Vesuvius eruption was a Plinian eruption sending volcanic ash hurdling towards the sky sending out deadly gases which was the main causes of the death of the people of Pompeii and Herculaneum. It left the towns covered and hidden for many years until archaeologist discovered these sites. This was significant because it opened a great deal of insight into how the Romans went about their day, how they decorated their homes, what materials they used to decorate their homes, building structures and much more information that proved to be very helpful in our understanding of how Romans lived and how they went about their everyday lives.

The King Carlo di Bourbon arrived in Naples in 1734, as its first resident Monarch after over two centuries of successive foreign domination (Echlin 2014; Salmeri 2007). He brought many collections of artifacts to his palaces with him, setting the trend of considering art and ancient objects, or antiques, as valuables (Echlin 2014; Salmeri 2007). Turning to art and culture, the King tried to compensate the lack of military resources with an ancient inheritance represented by art and culture (Echlin 2014; Salmeri 2007). The dynasty followed the trend of collecting art, as well (Echlin 2014; Salmeri 2007). The discovery of a vast treasure buried by the Volcano Vesuvius and subsequent excavations at Herculaneum (1738) and Pompeii (1748) happened in this context of craving for antiquities and art (Echlin 2014; Salmeri 2007). The antiquities were in such a good condition that the fame of these treasure attracted a myriad of amateurs to the region (Echlin 2014; Salmeri 2007). Everything