publicae Pompeianorum¡ thus identifying the town as Pompeii.
             The ruins of Pompeii were perfectly preserved by the lava, ashes, and cinders of Mt Vesuvius. This is because the debris formed an airtight seal around the ruins. This seal preserved public structures, temples, theaters, baths, shops, and dwellings. It also formed a seal around victim's bodies. Liquid plaster was poured
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