Illustrated Educational PDF: The 5 Foundation Cities - History, Maps and Complete Reclamation (127 Pages) PDF

A Unique Journey Through the History of Italy's Founding Cities!
This 127-page illustrated PDF guides you through the fascinating history of the five founding cities of the Pontine Marshes: Littoria (now Latina), Sabaudia, Pontinia, Aprilia, and Pomezia . Ideal for teachers, students, and history buffs, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of the period from the 3rd century to the complete reclamation of the land in the 20th century.

PDF Index:

1. The Pontine Marshes and Historical Maps

   • From the Tabula Peutingeriana to Leonardo da Vinci's map.
   • Historical maps and unpublished documents.

2. The drainage pumps of the reclamation

   • The technology behind turning swamps into farmland.
   • Details on the main pumping stations (Forcellata, Mazzocchio, Cannette).

3. Malaria and the Lestre

   • The fight against malaria: discoveries, techniques and successes.
   • Life in the "lestre" and the difficulties of the local populations.

4. The Farmhouses

   • Types of houses built by the Opera Nazionale Combattenti.
   • Innovative design, materials, and architectural solutions.

5. The Foundation Cities

   • Littoria (Latina) : the radiocentric model and the first architectural works.
   • Sabaudia : urban integration with the natural environment.
   • Pontinia : simplicity and rural centrality.
   • Aprilia and Pomezia : modernity and contrasts between tradition and innovation.

6. Post-war Development

   • Urban transformations and critical issues in foundation cities.
   • The expansion and challenges of contemporaneity.

7. Conclusions

   • Reflections on the historical and architectural importance of cities.
   • Conservation and enhancement of heritage.

What You'll Find When You Download This PDF:

• 127 Richly Illustrated Pages : Historic photographs, original maps and diagrams.
• Historical and Technical Insights : Ideal for lectures and academic research.
• Historical Cartography : Unique documents such as Leonardo da Vinci's map of the Pontine Marshes.
• Urban Planning and Architectural Study : From comprehensive reclamation to rationalist cities.
• Educational Value : Perfect for teachers, professors and schools.

Why Is This PDF Unique?

• Rarity and Completeness : It is difficult to find such a detailed work in digital format.
• Useful for Schools and Researchers : Enrich your lessons with accurate and visually engaging content.
• Easy Access : Receive the PDF immediately after purchase with a download link.

Questions This PDF Answers:

• What is the history and importance of the founding cities of the Pontine Marshes?
• How were the pumping stations built and what role did they play in the reclamation?
• What are "lestre" and how did people live in these conditions?
• What were the architectural challenges during the creation of Littoria, Sabaudia and the other cities?
• How did these cities evolve during the post-war period?