Unearthing a Forgotten Roman Town.

The article "Unearthing a Forgotten Roman Town" discusses the discovery of the ancient Roman town of Interamna Lirenas in Italy. Initially considered insignificant, recent archaeological work has revealed that the town was much more substantial than previously thought, with evidence of a covered theater, residential buildings, public structures, and a thriving economy. The town thrived as a regional trade hub and played a crucial role in the economic network that supplied the Roman Empire. Interamna Lirenas survived until the sixth century A.D. before being abandoned due to political instability and invasions. The discovery sheds light on the importance of smaller Roman towns in the empire's urbanization and economic network. [Extracted from the article]