Ancient Rome

Link to Ancient Rome

History Link 101's Ancient Rome page connects you to the best of Art, Biographies, Daily Life, Maps, Pictures, and Research on Rome....

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Roman and Latin

Latin was brought to Italy about 1000 BC by Indo-European immigrants from Northern Europe. It began, as all languages do, as an isolated local tongue of a small territory on the Tiber River called Latium. As the people in Latium developed into an organized community, the city of Rome was eventually founded in, according to legend, 753 BC....

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Rome: The Punic Wars

The seventh chapter of the learning module, Rome; this chapter narrates the history of the three conflicts between Rome and Carthage which left Rome in control of the Carthaginian Empire. [Richard Hooker]...

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Warfare in Roman Europe

Book. Despite the importance of warfare in the collapse of the Roman Empire, there is no modern, comprehensive study available. This book discusses the practice of warfare in Europe, from both Roman and barbarian perspectives, in the late fourth and early fifth centuries. It analyses the military practices and capabilities of the Romans and their n...

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The Development of the Roman Empire

The most marvelous witnesses to the character of Roman civilization are the Roman ruins east of the Jordan in Syria....

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The Celts and the Holy Roman Empire

The Celts were an ancient group of tribal societies in Iron Age Europe who spoke Celtic languages and had a similar culture. They were known for their skilled craftsmanship, intricate artwork, and mystical beliefs. The Celts were spread across much of Europe, with concentrations in areas such as Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France, and Spain. The Holy...

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Political Offices in the Roman Republic

The Roman Republic was a complex system of government that involved various political offices, each with specific roles and responsibilities. These offices were crucial in governing the vast territories of the Roman Republic and managing its affairs. One of the most important political offices in the Roman Republic was that of the Consul. Consuls ...

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The Roman Empire

The Roman Army Roman Emperors Roman Clothing Roman Roads Roman Houses Women Gladiators Theatre Amphitheatre Map of Empire Trade The Collaseum Education Public Baths Chariot Racing Numerals Calendar Signs of Zodiac Cooking Aquaducts...

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Rome: Imperial Rome

Rome, known as the "Eternal City," has a rich history as the heart of the Roman Empire. At its peak, Rome was a powerful empire that spanned across three continents. One of the most iconic periods in Rome's history is Imperial Rome, known for its grandeur, military conquests, and architectural marvels. During the Imperial period, Rome was ruled by...

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