Ancient Valves in Roman Water Systems

On today's Steam Culture, Brent talks to us about the history of valves and how they were used.

Did you know that valves date as far back as ancient Rome? The Romans were actually the ones who created the first valve and used them to funnel water into their cities, homes and bath houses. The ancient Romans are considered the grandfathers of modern plumbing.

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Advanced Valves

Actuation Valves

Manual Valves

Romans

Roman Plumbing

Historical Plumbing

Bronze Valves

Ancient Rome

Valve Actuator

Types of Valves

Ancient Romans

Roman Cities

Roman History

Ancient Valves

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Science & Technology

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