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Marcus Cocceius Nerva was Roman emperor from 96 to 98 CE and his reign brought stability after the turbulent successions of his predecessors. In addition, Nerva helped establish the foundations for a new golden era for Rome which his chosen successor Trajan would bring to full fruition.
Each room had its own very unique purpose. the roman house consisted of: -Atrium (formal entrance hall) -Cistern/Impluvium (collected rain water) -Tablinium (study) -Triclinium (dining room) -Culina (kitchen) -Cubiculum (bedroom) -Peristyle (courtyard). Above is a picture of an atrium with an impluvium in the center.