How did Roman Aqueducts work

The aqueducts were awesome manifestations of the Roman knack for practical engineering on a monumental scale. This video explores how they were constructed and used. I d like to thank Woosh Pipe and Drain of New York City for sponsoring this video. Please consider supporting toldinstone on Patreon: If you liked this video, you might also enjoy my book Naked Statues, Fat Gladiators, and War Elephants: Frequently Asked Questions about the Ancient Greeks and Romans. If you re so inclined, you can follow me elsewhere on the web: Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:37 Building an aqueduct 3:18 Bridges, siphons, and tunnels 4:52 Distribution networks 6:59 Private connections 7:48 Maintenance 8:36 Exceptional aqueducts Thanks for watching