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Toilets through time | 1. Roman latrines

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Sensory Experience of Toilets in Roman Britain

The chapter delves into the sensory experience of using communal toilets in Roman Britain, discussing the lack of privacy, ventilation, and hygiene practices. It explores the potential for social segregation and uncertainty regarding gender separation in Roman latrines. The conversation also touches on Roman attitudes towards health, hygiene, and the development of modern sanitation practices.

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