History
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of plumbing then and now
Plumbing, the unsung hero of our daily lives, has an intriguing story that spans centuries. It's a tale filled with innovation, necessity, and let's face it, a bit of muck. So, let's dive into the fascinating history of plumbing and its profound impact on human civilization.
The Ancient INDUS RIVER Valley >
4000BC
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Indus River Valley
Our journey starts around 4000-3000 B.C., in the Indus River Valley, where the earliest known plumbing systems were built. The ancient people of this region created sophisticated sewage and drainage systems, showcasing their understanding of the importance of sanitation for health and wellbeing.
1,000 to 15oo years later >
Greece
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We have heat! Well some do.
Fast forward 2000 years to the sophisticated civilizations of Ancient Greece and Rome, and we find more remarkable advancements in plumbing. The Greeks pioneered heating systems, using flues in the ground to circulate warm air and heat their homes and public baths. However, it was the Romans who truly revolutionized plumbing.
The MASTERS OF PLUMBING, SEWAGE... >
Rome
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ANcient PLumbing mAster Swagger
The Romans were masters of water management. They constructed elaborate systems of aqueducts, sewers, and lead pipes to bring clean water into cities and take waste water away. Their crowning achievement, the Aqua Appia, was an incredible aqueduct stretching over 16 miles long. And let's not forget about their public bathhouses, places of leisure and socialization, all made possible by their innovative plumbing systems. A MIDEVIL SMELL BEGINS to BREW >
Darkfunk
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Middle ages, tHE RE-Neanderthals
After the fall of Rome in 476 BC, Innovations in plumbing would not progress for well over 1,000 years.
Without these innovations The Middle Ages would fall in to Darker times. Of what is known, the next 1,000 years would be ravaged with plagues then pestilence. Progress would not return until the 14th Century Renaissance, and not till more modern times would plumbing enter it's final revival.
INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION, PUMP IT UP >
Pump it
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One of the most impactful
inventions in history
The earliest Water Pump plans were developed in 1746, this early model would use water to turn the pump wheel. In 1790, the mechanics would be run using steam power. Finally, in 1916 Armais Sergeevich Arutunoff would invent and move in to mass circulation the first water submersible pump, while the tech has greatly changed the principals in function are still in use.
WATER DELIVERY MODERN DAY >
Water Life
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Imagine a time without this luxury
Today, plumbing continues to be essential to our health, comfort, and even entertainment. Imagine a world without a warm shower to kick-start your day, or a cool glass of water on a hot afternoon, or even the joy of splashing around in a swimming pool. All these simple pleasures are made possible by plumbing.
Closing Overview
Sacrifice
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A testament to human ingenuity
In conclusion, plumbing, though often overlooked, has played a crucial role in the development of civilization. From the ancient Indus Valley civilizations to the Roman Empire, from the dark ages to our modern world, plumbing has been at the heart of public health, sanitation, and the simple comforts of life. It's a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of progress. After all, where would we be without plumbing? Probably up a certain creek without a paddle!
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