Heart of Wisdom » 06. Ancient Rome

1. Geography of Rome

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:55:48 +0000

Geography of Rome Links

The Roman Empire at its Greatest Extent – Description: Clicking anywhere on this map will give you a more detailed look at that portion of the Roman Empire; the map is divided into nine roughly equal segments.
Map of the Roman Empire – Description: By clicking within the borders of a certain province on the map, or by clicking on the name of the province below the map, you can link to resources on the Web that are related to that province of the Roman Empire.
Atlas of the Greek and Roman World - Description: The APA Classical Atlas Project home page. Contains ninetyeight maps, plus links to other sites of interest.
Maps of the Roman World in the First Century C.E. – Description: Includes maps of the Roman World during the reign of Augustus Caesar, during the reign of Claudius, and at the end of the reign of Trajan.

2. The Founding of Rome

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:54:11 +0000

PBS: The Roman Empire in the First Century - Meet the Emperors of Rome, read the words of poets and philosophers, learn about life in the 1st Century AD, then try your skills in our ‘Emperor of Rome’ game!” You’ll find the role-playing game listed under Special Features. The final outcome varies based both on your decisions and luck, so I recommend playing several times. Best way to peruse the rest of the site is through the Site Index. For teachers, there are detailed, printable lesson plans for grades four through nine.
The Founding of Rome
Description: Article from Mr. Deutsch’s Virtual Textbook.
History for Kids: Ancient Rome – Roman history is usually divided into three main periods: before the rise of Rome, the Roman Republic, and the Roman Empire. The Empire is usually divided up according to who was emperor.” Run by an associate history professor at Portland State University, this well-organized site is a boon to students looking for specific information such as what the Romans wore and ate, or the history of Roman pottery. Of course, there is also general Roman history, a time line, and sections on ancient Greece and Egypt.

3. The Etruscan Dynasty

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:53:29 +0000

Rome – The Etruscans – Description: Details the emergence of the Etruscans on the Italian peninsula,
and their influence on the native populations of Rome in 800 B.C.

4. The Roman Republic

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:52:55 +0000

The Roman Republican Constitution – This article explains how the Roman form of government roughly parallels the modern American division of executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
Ancient Roman History – This site explains that ancient-Roman history is usually divided
into three main periods: before the rise of Rome, the Roman Republic, and the
Roman Empire. The Imperial Period is usually divided according to who was
emperor. Links to each topic are included.

5. The Punic Wars

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:51:41 +0000

The Punic Wars – The seventh chapter of the learning module, “Rome”; this
chapter narrates the history of the three conflicts between Rome and Carthage
which left Rome in control of the Carthaginian Empire.
The First Punic War – From the History for Kids Site.
Punic Wars – A great article on Punic Wars from Kidspast.com
The First Punic War - This site gives a story about the First Punic War and also recommends books.

6. Julius Caesar

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:50:24 +0000

Great Caesar Timeline – A list of twenty major events in Caesar’s life, fromAbout.com.
Gaius Julius Caesar – Links on this site include information about Caesar the Roman,and Caesar, the subject of drama.
May You Live in Interesting Times – Description: An account of Caesar’s political life and a challenge to the claim that he was the greatest man in history.
Julius Caesar and the Crossing of the Rubicon – The Rubicon was a small waterway, but Caesar’s crossing it marked a big departure from the past. Learn more at this site.
The Life of Julius Caesar – Julius Caesar is one of the most recognized names in world history. Trace the rise and fall of this ambitious man as he strives to leave an ordinary background behind on his way to the top of the world.

7. Julius Caesar: The Play

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:49:36 +0000

Julius Caesar Summary and Study Assistant - A study guide created by a 10th-grade Literature class at Sprayberry High School. Select an act, which will take you to scene-by-scene summaries and commentaries.
Introduction to The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare – This is a brief introduction to Julius Caesar. It concentrates mainly on historical information on Caesar and his times and career. A second emphasis is on the nature of the play as a tragedy (not a history), and Shakespeare’s effort to stay within the bounds of well-known legend and history.
Julius Caesar an Adaptation of Shakespeare’s Classic – A light-hearted approach to the play, emphasizing the motives of the characters and mischief worked by the politicians to achieve their ultimate aim.

8. Antony & Octavian (Augustus)

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:48:52 +0000

Octavian (Caesar Augustus) Becomes Ruler of Rome – This site is a slide-show presentation by a world-history teacher from Williston Senior High School. Also see The Birth of the Roman Empire, and The Triumvirate to get a good chronological overview of events during this period. NA
The Battle of Actium – An account of the naval battle of Actium of 31 B.C., one of the “turning points” of ancient history. NA
Battle of Actium – Encyclopedia article from Britannica.com. NA

9. Roman Empire

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:47:08 +0000

Roman History and Government – Description: Article from SPQR Online (a premier Web resource concerning
ancient Rome) explaining Rome’s history and leadership through its three political stages.
BBC For Schools: The Romans – Although designed as a companion to the BBC television series “The Romans in Britain,” there is plenty here for any elementary or middle school student. Highlights include eleven feature articles with interactive quizzes, vocabulary hyperlinked to a glossary, and seven printable activity sheets. High-school students and adults should find their way to the grownup History of the Romans, which is listed along with other resources in the Web Links section.
The Roman Empire
The Julio-Claudians (30 BC-68 AD)
The Flavians (69 AD-96 AD)
The Five Good Emperors (96 AD-161 AD)
The Severans (161 AD-235 AD)
The Third Century Crisis
Constantine and his family (312 AD-363 AD)
The Theodosians (363 AD-450 AD)
The Fall of Rome (476 AD)

Ancient Rome Maps – Social Studies for Kids makes The Roman world come alive through these colorful, helpful maps spanning the early days of the Republic up through the end of the Empire.

The End of The Roman Empire- A great description of the end of the Roman Empire with pictures provided by Kidspast.com

10. The Jewish Revolts

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:46:57 +0000

Masada at the time of the revolt

Jewish Revolts (66-70 A.D. & 132-135 A.D.) – Article explaining both revolts against Rome.
First Jewish Revolt - Why did the Jews revolt against Rome? Who won? History for kids provides a short, illustrative story about the First Jewish Revolt.
Jewish Bar Kochba Revolt – Description: Article explaining the second revolt against Rome.
First Jewish Revolt - History for Kids! When Vespasian became emperor in 69 AD, he left his son Titus to finish off the Jewish revolt. Titus fought the Jews until he won.
Second Jewish Revolt - History for Kids! But like the First Jewish Revolt, this revolt failed as well. In addition, Hadrian hated the Jews. Hadrian was really into anything Greek..
The Great Revolt – A rebellion against Rome in the 1st century CE would be the equivalent today of Israel declaring war on NATO. That’s how mighty Rome was. So how did the Jews decide to take on such a seemingly suicidal challenge? This question has a number of answers.
Jewish Revolt Game – Directions to create a game to learn and/or review facts relating to the events between the destruction of the second Temple and the Bar Kochva Revolt

11. Barbarian Invasions

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:45:42 +0000

Early Germanic States – Description: Online reference book for Medieval Studies.
The Development of Christian Society in Early England – Description: Britannia Internet Magazine article.
Barbarian Invasions – Map – Description: Color map depicting the migratory expansion of the barbarian
Goths, Huns, and Vandals into the Roman Empire.
Barbarian Invasions of the 5th and 6th Centuries – Map depicts the invasion routes of the expansionist barbarian tribes of the Huns, Goths, and Vandals during the 5th and 6th centuries A.D.

12. Constantine

aponderingheart — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:44:58 +0000

Constantine the Great – Encarta article.
Legitimization Under Constantine – Article from the site “From Jesus to Christ.”
The Emperor Constantine and Jerusalem – Article from the Jerusalem Mosaic site.
Constantine the Great (A.D. ca. 285-A.D. 337) - Article from the site RomanEmpire.net.
Christianity, A New State Religion - Article from Kidspast.com

13. The Birth of Christianity

Robin — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 17:43:32 +0000

The Birth of Christianity – Concise article about Christianity’s beginnings.
Christian Origins and the New Testament – by James Tabor. An overview of Christian origins and the New Testament, by the author of The Jewish Roman World of Jesus.
The Collision With Paganism – by Wayne A. Meeks. Article by Woolsey Professor of Biblical Studies, Yale University.
The Catacombs: A Place of Hiding and Worship For the Early Church – An explanation of why Christians used these underground rooms and passageways.
Chronology and History of Early Christianity – A time line of events in early Christianity.
Christian Catacombs – This site is intended for people who wish to deepen their knowledge of the Christian Catacombs of Rome and of the Church history in its origins. It provides extensive material, in separate sections, dealing with this fascinating and largely unknown topic.