The city of Rome offers a rich culture, influential architecture, and beautiful scenery that collectively demonstrate a course of great history and an important civilization. There are several structures of Imperial Rome that are highly recognized and cited within artistic research. Some examples include the Pantheon, the Basilica Ulpia, the Flavian Amphitheatre, the Arch of Titus and Trajan's Column. Also called Trajan's Column, the iconic sculpture retains a prestigious appearance as it is shown with features of empowering height and intricate detail (Fig. 1). When analyzing such an extraordinary work of art one should consider the different elements regarding the subject matter and historical context. With this in mind, this article presents the thesis that the column is not only a representation of the Dacian wars but also a funerary monument, a paradigm of military inspiration and a tribute to the reign of Trajan. Before addressing the physical attributes of the column it is important to discuss the meanings of the closely related landmarks surrounding it. According to author Marilyn Stokstad, "The last and largest Imperial Forum was built by Trajan around 110-113 AD and finished under Hadrian around 117 AD on a large piece of property near the earlier forums of Augustus and Julius Caesar" (Stokstad 191) . At the north end of the courtyard was an enclosed section of a building called the Basilica Ulpia (Fig. 2). It was created in c. 112 AD and takes its name from the family of which Trajan had been part. The basilica was a long and spacious structure, 385 feet long (not including the monkeys) and 182 feet wide, used primarily for government purposes (Stokstad 192). There were also two libraries behind...the center of the paper......as important as the development of the economy. In addition to the respect given to Trajan there was a level of respect also owed to the Roman government and its own members of society. With these standards used, it ensured that the Romans realized that they were representing the city in which they lived. In conclusion, there are various opinions on the purpose for which the column was built and how it was supposed to engage its viewers. Many say it was simply built as architecture while others say it was used as propaganda. In each case there was a reason for its creation, a physical design and a designated location. As mentioned at the beginning and supported in this article, Trajan's Column is not only a representation of the Dacian wars but also a funerary monument, a paradigm of military inspiration and homage to the reign of Trajan..