In Rome, arches and aqueducts went hand in hand, as shown by the picture below right, of the aqueduct of Segovia:
The arches in this aqueduct are mainly used to hold the structure in place.
This particular aqueduct is made of granite blocks, although many others are made of concrete and brick.
The Roman tradition of "triumphal arches" are used to celebrate victories in war and rulers. They are a often, although not always, a single arch.
The earliest known triumphal arch was built in 196 BCE. Triumphal arches have since been built in countries such as Australia, Bulgaria, Iraq, and Turkey, to name a few.
Perhaps the most famous arch in the United States, however, is probably the St. Louis Gateway Arch, shown above left as well.
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Sources Cited:
Manzanares, Mary Jo. "Tram to the Top of the St. Louis Arch." Blisstree.com. 2007. Web. 13 Oct. 2009. .
"Triumphal Arch." Wikipedia. 13 Oct. 2009. Web. 13 Oct. 2009. .
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