The Great Differences Between Ancient Greece And Rome And...

Max Swan Dr. D World Civ F Block 6/8/15 Civ Talk Civilizations have always been shaped by their technological advances. Whether it was the invention of the printing press or the creation of the personal computer, technology has had a massive impact on the development of mankind. Technology has brought us the ability to educate, heal, and radically improve the lives of the average person. But, if we strip away our cars and planes, our cell phones and our computers, are we that different than many of the ancient societies that we have studied? No doubt there are great differences between ancient Greece and Rome and modern life in the US. But the needs of people to live well, create a social structure and advance as a people are all†¦show more content†¦The Olympics were well known by the Greeks and the participants were celebrities, just as they are now. †¢ Medicine o The Greeks were the first to realize that diseases were caused by reactions to certain things and could be cured by certain medicine. Before this diseases were thought of as punishments from the Gods. Also physicians developed an oath among all doctors that created systems like doctor-patient confidentiality. (Ancient History Lists). The Greeks showed us that medicine is a two-fold process. There is the need to understand disease and healing, and there is also a need to regulate the practice of medicine and the ethics involved. Ancient Rome is another good example of how much we have in common with ancient civilizations. While they made many advances on what the Greeks began, what made them rise and made them fall were the human qualities behind everything that we do. Here are a few examples of what Rome has given us and some lessons we can still benefit from today†¦ †¢ Aqueducts o While the Romans didn’t invent the aqueduct, they perfected its design and use. This genius invention used a downhill flow of water and had an incredibly big impact on Rome. These aqueducts led to big reservoirs, which held water that was used for toilets, bathhouses, and all water needs of Rome. o Roads and Highways At the apex of its success, the Roman Empire was almost 1.7 million square miles. To control such a huge territory, the