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June 24

One thing science and human progress accomplished on this date.

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    Ancient Rome opens a new aqueduct

    The emperor Trajan opened the Aqua Traiana, an aqueduct that carried clean water dozens of miles from a lake into Rome, feeding public fountains, baths, and mills. Bringing a city fresh running water was one of the ancient world's great public-health achievements, and parts of the line were used for centuries after.

    Source: Wikipedia

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