New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Hammurabi
This synopsis of Hammurabi?s life and accomplishments has some references to the Bible in its description of the laws in Hammurabi?s Code. The New Advent is a Catholic organization. Nonetheless, the article contains interesting...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Mesopotamia for Kids: Code of Hammurabi
On this site, students can learn about the history of the Code of Hammurabi. One of the first written records of a code of law by the Babylonians.
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Justice and Injustice
In this self-guided unit, you will be exploring the themes of justice and injustice. Included are lessons, self-assessments, background information, and learning activities. At the end of the unit, you will follow the research process to...
A&E Television
History.com: What's So Unlucky About the Number 13?
Unexplained fears surrounding the number 13 can be traced to ancient times. Researchers estimate that as many as 10 percent of the U.S. population has a fear of the number 13, and each year the even more specific fear of Friday the 13th,...