Learners examine the history of ancient Rome. In this ancient Rome lesson, students examine primary sources regarding Rome's growth from a republic to an empire. Learners discover details regarding the emperors of Rome.

This site from the Fordham University provides lots of information on the three slave revolts that occurred in ancient Rome. Very thorough, drawing from ancient historical texts.

Rome cannot rest after conquering lands. With often brutal methods, she subdues and consolidates her conquests, and perfects the province system. A slave revolt in Sicily, though, is an indication of problems to come.

This site from The Roman Empire explores Gaius Marius' role in reforming the Roman Army. Content includes a detailed biography. The article continues with Sulla and the Social wars, the decline of the Republic, and the end of the Republic.

This site explains how Crassus gained power in Rome, raised an army, became governor of Syria, and was eventually murdered.

In a passage from William Morey's 1901 textbook, we learn of the military brilliance of Pompey.

Explore the biography of Spartacus from Ancient Rome. Learn about the gladiator who led a slave revolt.

Contains a good chronology of the slave rebellion led by Spartacus. This page was created by Barbara F. McManus of The College of New Rochelle.