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eBook
Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Beginnings of Rome: Traditions of the Early Kings

For Students 9th - 10th
This chapter in William Morey's textbook on Roman history describes the legendary founding of Rome and the reign of the early kings.
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Website
Franco Cavazzi

Roman Empire: The Founding

For Students 9th - 10th
This chapter, from the extensive site, Illustrated History of the Roman Empire, focuses on the founding of Rome, both the legends and the historical basis.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Ancient Rome and Byzantium the Story of Rome

For Teachers 3rd
[Free Registration/Login Required] The legend of Rome being founded by twins Romulus and Remus. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Introduction to Ancient Rome

For Students 9th - 10th
From a Republic to an Empire. In legend Rome was founded in 753 B.C.E. by Romulus, its first king. In 509 B.C.E. Rome became a republic ruled by the Senate (wealthy landowners and elders) and the Roman people. During the 450 years of the...
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Founding of Rome

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the Wikipedia encyclopedia entry for the founding of Rome. Because the exact founding of Rome is unknown, this entry merely presents the most commonly told renditions of the start of Rome.