Curated OER
Who Were the Huns?
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read a 50-paragraph selection about the Huns and then respond to 8 short answer questions about the selection.
Stanford University
Stanford History Education Group: Attila and Pope Leo
[Free Registration/Login Required] Lesson in which students use primary source art and text to determine what happened at a meeting between Attila the Hun and Pope Leo. Includes lesson plan, PowerPoint and original documents.
Other
Mark Furnival: A History of the Huns
A history of the Huns including their origins, rule under Attila, and life after him.
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.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: Western and Central Europe Chronology: The Huns
This article provides insight regarding the migrations of the Huns into Europe.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Germanic Tribes
Gives information on the main Germanic tribes of the third and fourth centuries: the Franks, Ostrogoths, Visigoths, Burgundians, Vandals and Lombards.
The History Cat
The History Cat: The Fall of the Roman Empire
Explains some of the reasons the Roman Empire collapsed, how Roman cities and towns fell into ruins, and how barbarian groups took over with there being no strong Roman militia to keep lawlessness in check.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Huns and Eurasian History
Some practice questions about Huns and Eurasian History.
HyperHistory Online
Map Showing Kushan Empire and Silk Road
The map shows Kushan, the Silk Road, and Bactria between 100-200 CE.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Ancient and Medieval Europe
Created for the high school student who is taking classes in European history.
Other
Iron Age in Eurasia: Greek Colonies
A description of the Greek colonies around the Black Sea and the artifacts that have been found there.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: The Huns
A brief history of the nomadic Huns, their incursions into the Chinese and Roman empires, and their leaders, including Attila.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Attila the Hun
History of Attila, leader of the Hunnic Empire during the 5th Century, known for his firece and ruthless ways in war. Site includes links to worksheets, activities and quizzes.