It contributed to the rise of the Ottoman Empire. When the Byzantine Empire ended, the Ottomans received a strong trade port affecting Mediterranean-black sea trade zones.<span />
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Ancient Rome achieved many great accomplishments that have infl uenced numerous cultures. Elements of Roman law have been adopted by various governments, including the United States. Roman literature, such as the Aeneid, is still read today. This paper will examine the cultural infl uence , is still read today. This paper will examine the cultural influence of the Roman development of the arch, a supporting structure in building construction that could carry a lot of weight
He improved the army and the roads, and created a navy