Curated OER
Power Centralized in One Absolute Monarch
In this absolute monarchy study guide worksheet, students read the notes provided and add notes of their own regarding the powers of absolute rulers.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reorganization of Empire: The Reign of Diocletian
The reign of Diocletian is discussed in this article from William Morey's 1901 textbook. Check out the chart that shows how the Roman Empire was split into East and West.
Then Again
Web Chron: Absolute Monarchy
This article provides a definition and history of "absolute monarchy," a form of government in which kings, emperors, or sultans secured their position as the supreme ruler and possessor of all power.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: The Divine Right of Kings
Being a king is a right given by God. Utilize this slideshow to understand the political and religious doctrine that establishes God's mandate.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Government
This Wikipedia encyclopedia site examines a wide range of different forms of governments that have been suggested and/or used in practice. Topics include anarchism, autocracies, meritocracies, monarchies, democracies, republics,...
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.
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.
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Wikipedia: List of Assyrian Kings
Wikipedia encyclopedia entry listing the kings of the Assyrian Empire, with links to more information about each.
Other
Suffolk County Community College: French Absolutism
This article describes the nature of French Absolutism and gives some historical background to the practice of absolutism in 18th century France.
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.