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Brown University: A Brief History of Petra
An article which gives the history of Petra considered the major city of the civilization of Nabataea located in the Middle East. The area was taken over by the Roman Empire.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Armenia: History
A brief look at the history of Armenia from 800 BC through its place in the Roman Empire, part of the Soviet Union, and finally, independence. From U.S. State Department Background Notes.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Alaric the Visigoth
History for Kids presents overview of the Visigoth leader, Alaric I, who rose to prominence in the Roman Army and is responsible for the sack of Rome. Teacher resources included.
Curated OER
Science Kids: Science Images: Roman Empire Colosseum in Rome, Italy
The famous Colosseum in Rome, Italy was built over 2000 years ago. It was the largest amphitheatre built during the Roman Empire and could seat around 50000 people. It was home to many performance and gladiatorial contests and I now a...
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: England Under the Romans, 55 Bc to Ad 410
A map of England (Britannia) under the Roman Empire, from the time of the first invasion by Julius Caesar (55 BC) to the Roman withdrawal in AD 410. The Roman Period of control of Britannia is generally considered AD 43 to 410. On this...
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: France and Germania During the Roman Period, 44 b.c to a.d. 410
Map of France and Germania under the Roman Empire.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Extinction of the Western Empire: Great Invasions
In this article from the 1901 textbook by William Morey, you read about the split of Rome into East and West. and the invasions of swarms of barbarians.
Bluffton University
Bluffton University: Images of the Colosseum
This site from the Bluffton College displays images of the Colosseum both exterior and interior.
Other
Hadrian's Wall, Details Along the Wall
This is a collection of pictures taken along Hadrian's Wall. It also includes a map showing exactly where the wall is in relation to present-day Britain and Scotland, with an explanation of each item along the wall.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: The Reign of Marcus Aurelius (Ad 161 180)
Read this entry from William Morey's 1901 text to find out about Marcus Aurelius, one of the five good emperors, who was known as a philosopher.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Power Point: The Five Good Emperors
Tom Richey uses humor in his slide presentation to informa and enlighten students on the history of Rome and the Five Good Emperors.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Marcus Aurelius Meditations
Ancient History Sourcebook offers the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius Antonius, the "philosopher emperor" of Rome. This is one of the few pieces of literature written by a world leader; even more striking is the fact that it is a work of...
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: The Trial of Gaius Verres: An Account (79 Bc)
The records of the trial of Gaius (sometimes spelled Caius) Verres reveal--far better than any other extant source--the corruption of the last years of the Roman Republic. Through a series of orations and witnesses, Verres's prosecutor,...
Other
Lectures in Medieval History: The Reign of Justinian, 527 565
Read a brief overview of the reign of Justinian I, his decisions about reuniting the Roman Empire, and the beginning of the Byzantium Empire. Two maps show the Mediterranean world in 565 and 600.
University of Michigan
University of Michigan: The Roman Site of Karanis, Egypt
This site from the University of Michigan deals with the excavations at Karanis, a city which was once under Rome's control.
Other
Georgetown College: Roman Emperors: The Severi (Ad 193 235)
Page down to The Severi for a list of the Severan Rulers from 193-235 A.D., a very brief summary of their beginnings, and the years they came to power.
PBS
Pbs: Claudius
This site contains an interesting account of the life of Claudius. Includes quotes from ancient and modern historians, as well as a scathing description of his second wife, Agrippina.
Vroma Project
V Roma Project: Social Class and Public Display
This resource describes the evolution of Roman social classes from the Republic to the Empire as well as how these classes would distinguish themselves in public. It describes the system of patronage seen in Roman society. It also...
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Early Roman Civilization, 753 509 Bc
A lecture on the early Roman civilization.
Read Works
Read Works: Ancient Rome and Byzantium the Birth of the Byzantine Empire
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about beginning of the Byzantine empire. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Ducksters
Ducksters: History: Ancient Rome for Kids
On this website, students will learn about the civilization of Ancient Rome. Understand the Roman Republic, Empire, how they lived, their gods, and war.
University of Oregon
Mapping History: European History
Interactive and animated maps and timelines of historical events and time periods in European history from Greek and Phoenician colonization up to the 20th century.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Byzantine Empire
Wikipedia entry on the Byzantine Empire addresses its history, the split with Rome, invasions and migrations from the East, its culture, and the empire's eventual decline and fall.
PBS
Pbs: Recovering the Material World of the Early Christians
A scholarly article in which the author discusses the recent archaeological discoveries that have allowed us to construct a picture of the world of the early Christians. These findings include ancient manuscripts, ancient inscriptions...
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