TIL that ancient Romans used ‘sponges on sticks’ to clean themselves after using public toilets. These sponges were kept in a container of water and vinegar between uses to clean and disinfect them.
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/how-the-ancient-romans-went-to-the-bathroom-180979056/
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How the Ancient Romans Went to the Bathroom
A new book by journalist Lina Zeldovich traces the management of human waste—and underscores poop's potential as a valuable resourceLina Zeldovich (Smithsonian Magazine)
