The Appian Way is a remarkable and essential road for the Roman Empire. It was the queen of all of the roads in Rome and in Italy. The road was effective for military use and for the people of Rome to use. The Appian Way is the site of very important events and battles such as the revolt of Spartacus, and many religious events such as St. Peter and the Apostle Paul. The Appian way connected the Roman people to the southeastern region of Italy, and to the seaports of Brundisium. It contained the tombs of many famous and important leaders and people in Roman history. A lot of the road is still preserved today and it is still used for travel. It was an archeological and engineering turning point in early Rome and it will continue to be one of the most important and crucial roads built in history.