answersLogoWhite

0

The Roman Empire mined its salt, from salt ponds along the Adriatic Sea and in Greece. Smaller quantities were produced by evaporating brine along the Tyrrhenian Sea west of Italy.

Normally, prisoners and slaves were used for this purpose, which is the basis for the slang term "working in the salt mine," which is drudgery, or working in tedious, oppressive conditions.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

MaxineMaxine
I respect you enough to keep it real.
Chat with Maxine
FranFran
I've made my fair share of mistakes, and if I can help you avoid a few, I'd sure like to try.
Chat with Fran
JordanJordan
Looking for a career mentor? I've seen my fair share of shake-ups.
Chat with Jordan
More answers

from salt mines deeerr

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
User Avatar

its were they ate it

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How did the Romans get salt?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp