The answer to the crossword for the term 'OLD ROME'S ___ WAY' is Appian (6 letters). Appian Way was an ancient Roman road built in 312 BC by Appius Claudius Caecus. It was the first major Roman road and connected Rome to the port of Brindisi, located in the heel of Italy's boot. The Appian Way was used for centuries as a major trade route and was also used by Roman armies to march south. It is still in use today and is considered one of the most important roads in the history of the Roman Empire.