triumph

The Romans left behind remarkable monuments and their influence on architecture cannot be overstated. Many of their public monuments commemorated a military victory and sought to legitimize their rule. A particularly distinctive, and immediately recognizable design is the triumphal arch, which has been used through the centuries to modern times by various nations. One of the finest examples of a Roman triumphal arch is the example in Orange, in the southeast of France. History of the Triumphal Arch of Orange: Symbol of Victory and War After Julius Caesar conquered Gaul in 50 BC, the town fell into decline. However, it became prosperous under the reign of Augustus (27 BC-14 AD), as Orange had been settled by ex-legionnaires who had served