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What was ancient Roman trade like?

The discovery of wine and olive oil containers on this shipwreck highlights key Roman trade goods. The Roman Empire had a vast network across the Mediterranean, exchanging goods like food, pottery, and luxury items. Sicily, where the ship was found, was a crucial hub due to its strategic location and fertile land, connecting different parts of the empire.

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2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck found off Sicily with cargo

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