Civic Life Interrupted: Pompeii's Architecture and Fate on August 24, A.D. 79

Explore the ancient Roman city of Pompeii in this 1-hour 12-minute lecture from Yale University's Roman Architecture course. Delve into the city's civic, commercial, and religious buildings, preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79. Examine the forum, basilica, temples, amphitheater, theater, and bath complexes, as well as everyday structures like bakeries and fast food restaurants. Learn about Pompeii's early settlement, entertainment district, and daily life. Conclude with an overview of tomb architecture and a poignant account of the city's fate during the volcanic disaster. Gain unique insights into Roman urban development and society through this comprehensive exploration of Pompeii's archaeological remains.