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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Institutions of Early Rome: The Early Roman Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explains how early government of the Roman city-state evolved. The foundation of the government under the Roman Republic was established during the Roman monarchy.
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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Etruscan Kings of Rome: Etruscan Influence

For Students 9th - 10th
The Etruscans influenced not only the government of the Roman monarchy, but also the religious practices, and early architecture.
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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Etruscan Kings of Rome: Traditions of the Later Kings

For Students 9th - 10th
This article gives a description of the important later Etruscan kings. The history is still based on legend, but the influence of the Etruscan people can be seen in the development of Rome.
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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Reformed Constitution

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of organization of the Roman army, set up in the 6th century BC, by the Etruscan king, Servius Tullius. This was the basis of the army through the Republic.
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Yale University

Avalon Project at Yale Law School: Laws of the Kings, 753 510 Bc

For Students 9th - 10th
An comprehensive listing of the Laws of the Kings, the laws set down by the seven kings of Rome during the monarchy.
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Other

The Roman World 509 b.c. To a.d. 180

For Students 9th - 10th
This narrative site provides great overview to life in ancient Rome and Roman history. The geography, early settlers, Roman monarchy, Roman conquest of Italy are all mentioned.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Etruscans

For Students 2nd - 7th
History for kids website presents an overview of the history of the pre-Roman Etruscan civilization who inhabited the area in modern day Tuscany. Students learn about government, military, culture and religion.