By Luke F.
A big volcano named Mount Vesuvius erupted in Pompeii, Italy in A.D. 79. I will tell you about the city, what happened during the eruption, and when Pompeii was rediscovered. The city of Pompeii was built as an oval about 2 miles around. A big wall was built around the city. The streets were made out of blocks of lava. The roads might still have imprints of very old wheel ruts. There was an open square, or forum in the center of Pompeii surrounded by many buildings. |
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| Sixteen years before Mount Vesuvius erupted, other earthquakes in A.D. 63 damaged Pompeii. Although Vesuvius started rumbling, the people were not alarmed about the massive and deadly eruption of this volcano. When Mount Vesuvius did erupt, Pompeii was pummeled with hot ashes, stones, and cinders. There were poisonous gases and fumes in the dark air. The town was covered with hot lava and no one survived the eruption. | |
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hot lava dried and preserved the town for many many years. Some objects that have been rediscovered are on display in The National Museum at Naples, Italy about 13 miles from Pompeii. Many tourist visit Pompeii to learn about the city and Mount Vesuvius. |
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This site was designed and maintained by Luke F., fifth grade student.
May 23, 2005
This site was designed and maintained by Luke F., fifth grade student.
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