Topic: Tell me a short, interesting fact about

One fascinating and lesser-known fact about the Roman Empire is the existence of the "Sewer Captain." During the height of the Empire, Rome had an incredibly advanced sewer system known as the Cloaca Maxima. To maintain this system, the Romans appointed a special official known as the "Cloacina Minor," or Sewer Captain. This individual was responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the city's drains and sewers, including checking for blockages, cleaning the system, and even supervising the removal of waste from the lower reaches of the Cloaca Maxima! This unique role showcases the Romans' innovative sanitation techniques and their governmental organization even in less glamorous but essential aspects of civic life.