Land-Use Change Effects on Soil Erosion: The Case of Roman “Via Herculia” (Southern Italy)—Combining Historical Maps, Aerial Images and Soil Erosion Model

Round 1

Reviewer 1 Report

The paper makes a good argument for and demonstration of the analysis of historical maps and data for tracking land use and erosion. There will always be some question as to the reliability of historic documents, but the methods discussed provide a good basis for exploring and improving their use. The importance of studying erosion for the area is also made clear, given its historical importance.

In general, the english is clear, however there are some word choices which need to be reconsidered (eg., "demand" in line 305 should be changed to "result in" or something similar).

Author Response

Thank you, we have made the requested changes

Reviewer 2 Report

In general, the paper addresses a relevant topic and is well written.  I have one comment that should be relatively easy to address.  The axes on figure 7 are not readable.  You either need to increase the font size or displace this information in a table.

Author Response

Thank you, we have made the requested changes

Reviewer 3 Report

the paper is well-developed and described. the methodology is innovative and results are clearly presented. 

discussions and conclusions are coherent with the results and with the theoretical framework

Author Response

Thank you, we have made the requested changes