HyperHistory Online
Hyper History: Severus, Roman Emperor, 146 211
A brief summary of Septimius Severus, his coming to power in 193 and the origin of a military monarchy in the Roman Empire, plus the coincidental origination of the term "Europe" and what it meant.
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.
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: A Brief Social History of the Roman Empire
A lecture on the social history of the Roman empire.
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Ancient and Medieval Europe
Created for the high school student who is taking classes in European history.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Emperor Nero
This biographical site is well-organized and easy to follow.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Founding of Rome
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.
PBS
Pbs: The Roman Empire of the 1st Century: The Roman Empire: Who Are You?
Take this quiz to learn which Roman emperor you are most like.
Other
Roman Emperors: A Visual Compendium of Roman Emperors
Presents an illustrated list of Roman Emperors and their contributions to Roman Art. Shows sculptures and/or portraits from coins.
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.
Other
Edkins Family Index Page: Minerva Goddess of Wisdom
Quick overview of Minerva - her role in Greek society, and her support of Perseus when he killed Medusa.
Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation
Guggenheim Museum: Africa: Northern Africa
A simple explanation of the Northern Africa region of Africa, with information on the cultural history and examples of artwork.
Other
Mysterious Britain and Ireland: Mars, the God of War
This resource provides information on the mythological god of war, Mars.
Other
History of Painting: Greek and Roman Painting
This resource, although focusing more on Greek painting, contains some insight information on ancient Roman painting, primarily the Roman frescoes.
Boise State University
Boise State University: The Roman Revolution: The Second Triumvirate
This is part of a history presentation. It discusses Octavian, the Second Triumvirate, and the division of the Roman possessions into three zones. Click through each page to the Battle of Actium and the reasons for the final demise of...
Friesian School
Fresian School: Animated History of Rome and Romania
This animated graphic, which is provided by the Fresian School, allows you to see how Rome grew and shrank between 300 BC and 1453 AD. The map changes in increments of about 50 years.
Franco Cavazzi
Illustrated History of the Roman Empire
Learn all about the history of Rome. See the great buildings and popular Roman achievements. Meet famous Romans and learn what makes them famous.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Fall of Rome for Kids
History Questions: Fall of Rome Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Roman Empire in England for Kids
History Questions: Roman Empire in England Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Roman Emperors
History for Kids presents a history of Rome during the period of transformation from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. Students learn about this time period, the powers of an emperor, as well as some of the more famous emperors in...
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Emperor Nero
History for kids provides an overview of the life and controversial leaderhip of the Roman emperor Nero who served in the 1st Century AD.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Roman Government
History for Kids provides an overview of government in all its forms throughout early Roman history. Students learn about Roman Monarchy, Republic and Empire.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Roman Senate
Historical overview of the Roman Senate teaches us about Roman law during the days of the Roman Republic, Empire and the later years. Site includes links to resources for teachers, such as worksheets, activities and quizzes.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Sir Dig a Lot: Hannibal: Ancient Rome History
Take a tour with Sir Dig-a-Lot and learn about an ancient war hero, Hannibal, who fought against the Roman Empire in the Second Punic War.