Travel Document Systems
Tds: Swaziland: History
A history of Swaziland from the 1700's to current times. Find out about its independence, monarchy, and current state of affairs. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Swaziland: Government
Read about the interesting way Swaziland's government works. Find out about how the government structure runs parallel to the traditional chiefdom system. You will also find a list of the current governmental officials. Information is...
BBC
Bbc: Nepal's Attention Turns to King
An April 1, 2007 examination of the new multi-party parliament in Nepal that includes the previously outlawed Maoists and the future of the nation as a monarchy.
Royal Household
The British Monarchy: Official Site
This official site from the British Monarchy offers information about the Royal family and the monarchy system. It lists biographies on members of the royal court and family members who perform official duties. It also gives a history of...
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless Sociology: Types of States: Monarchy
A brief definition of monarchy paired with examples of contemporary states with led by a monarch.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Greek Government
Describes the diversity of governments in ancient Greece and the four main types that existed - democracy, monarchy, oligarchy, and tyranny.
iCivics
I Civics: Machiavelli Mini Lesson
Look into the ideas and writings of the Italian thinker and politician, Niccolo Machiavelli (1429-1527).
iCivics
I Civics: Rule by One
Why has monarchy been one of the most common forms of government throughout history? In this lesson, students explore the advantages and disadvantages of monarchial rule and consider how rule by one came to reign.
iCivics
I Civics: Who Rules?
Learn about the different forms of government that exist, including democracy, autocracy, oligarchy, and others. Compare and contrast these forms, and look at real-life examples in the world today.
iCivics
I Civics: Rule by One
In this lesson, learners explore the advantages and disadvantages of monarchy and take a look at the roles power, authority, legitimacy, and sovereignty have played in its long-standing history.
BBC
Bbc: Types of Government
Read the basic descriptions of different types of government including anarchy, capitalism, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, and republic.
University of Massachusetts
University of Massachusetts: Aesop's Fables: "The Frogs Desiring a King"
Two versions of Aesop's Fable with the same story, but different illustrations. The first provides literal illustrations of the story, while the second provides a more modern interpretation.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Constitutional Monarchy
A definition of what a constitutional monarchy is. Gives some historical background to the development of a constitutional monarchy and current examples from around the world.
Royal Household
The British Monarchy: Royal Encyclopaedia: The Stuarts
This provides information on the Stuart dynasty, which ruled the United Kingdom from 1603-1714, beginning with James I of England (James VI of Scotland).
Royal Household
The British Monarchy: Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth Ii
Part of an official website devoted to the House of Windsor, this page features a biographical note about Queen Elizabeth II and her current official photographic portrait.
Other
The Theory of Absolutism
This resource contains information about the theory of absolutism and ultimate authority held by a king. The resource discusses Bishop Jacques Bossuet and Louis XIV.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Types of Government
Explains the characteristics of seven different types of government. Includes a group activity.
Robin Chew
Lucidcafe: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth Ii
This profile of the United Kingdom's Queen Elizabeth II features biographical information about her life and reign.