Online Resources: The Romans

Ancient Rome was a society built of people that grew from being a small community with agricultural means into a larger more established community. It was found on the Italian Peninsula before the 10^th century BC. It became one of the largest and most powerful empires of the ancient world. It started as a monarchy, moved to an oligarchic republic, then ended as an autocratic empire. Rome acquired numerous pieces of land through assimilation and conquest with their ever rising power. Ancient Rome contributed to many of the things that are used today such as government, language, law, art, war, literature, technology, religion, and architecture. 

The people were divided into classes that went as low as slaves, and as high as emperors. Children were taught at home since there were no formal schools for them to go too. The children were not shown affection, and unwanted children were usually sold as slaves. A lot of families were enemies in political or social standing. Families usually lived in the same home, and the men of the families had no rights until their fathers passed on. 

Laws were enacted and ruled over by various kings of Rome. Usually the senate was advised of pending changes, and heard out when they did not agree with these changes. The legal system was very organized. The economy was strong, rich, and the Romans owned many pieces of land. A lot of the people who lived in poverty were cramped and paid taxes while upper class families paid less taxes and had a lot of land and property to look over. 

City of Rome/Roman Empire

• The History of Ancient Rome: Sections that include the history of specific sections of ancient Rome and the Roman Empire.
• Ancient Rome: Information on Ancient Rome, and the various sections of their everyday life.
• Exploring Ancient World Cultures: Various linked pages on the side for more reading on Ancient Rome life and the people.
• Ancient Rome for Kids: Ancient Rome explained for children with pictures and explanations.

Invasions

• The Roman Invasion: Information on the Roman invasion on Britain and the fall of Rome.
• Barbarian Invasions: A lot of information regarding the Barbarian invasion on Rome.
• A Fresh Look at the Ancient People: Links to various bits of information on the invasions and fights of Rome.
• The Fall of Rome: Information on the fall of Rome, and what actually happened when Rome fell.

Rebellions

• Returns, Rebellions and Rome: Story of how Rome did once the rebellions took place, and how Rome handled them.
• The Great Revolt: Information on the Jews revolt against Rome, what happened, and why it happened as it did.
• Resisting History in Ancient Rome: The resistance of slavery, and what would have happened if you did.
• First Revolt Against Rome: Information on Rome, the revolt against them, and how it was handled by their organized system.

The Roman Army

• The Roman Army: Information on the Roman army, and what they accomplished in their run.
• The Roman Army in the Late Republic and Early Empire: Information on the Roman Empire and their army of men.
• Roman Army: A lot of links and pathways to information on the Roman army, and what they can do.
• Ancient Rome: The Roman Army: A story and version of Ancient Rome’s army and what they set out to do.

Families & Children

• Roman Families: Long list of detailed information on Roman families and what they thought family values were.
• Roles of Men, Women, and Children in Ancient Rome: The various roles of each family member in the household.
• The Life of a Roman Child: The ins and outs of being a child in Rome. The specific games and activities that the children did are also provided.
• Family Values in Ancient Rome: Information on the family values within Ancient Rome, and what they thought was important in their family.
• Life in Roman Times: Information on the schools, living situations, and family life in Ancient Rome.

Leisure

• Leisure and Entertainment: Information on how the Romans spent their time in Rome.
• The Wonders of Ancient Greece: Information on all the leisure activities that the Romans had at their fingertips.
• Ancient Rome: Information on Ancient Rome, including the leisure, sports, and activities that they took part in.
• The Baths: Information on the baths that were used for bathing, but also leisure while in Rome.
• Roman Life and Leisure: Information for a younger child to learn about Ancient Rome, and what they had to do in their lives.

Religion

• Religion in Ancient Rome: Information on the religions practiced in Ancient Rome, and how they practiced it in everyday life.
• Ancient Rome Religion: Long list of the religion practiced in Ancient Rome.
• Temple of Religio Romana: One of the many temples used by the Romans to worship their Gods.
• Religion: Break down of all the Roman religion meanings, and why they practiced such a religion.

Technology

• Roman Technology: Information on the technology that the Romans used in their everyday lives, as well as through battles that they fought.
• Ancient Technology: Pictures, graphs, and information on Ancient Rome’s technology that was invented throughout their years.
• Ancient Greek Military Technology: Information on the technology invented specifically for the use of battles and wars.
• Ancient Rome Technology: Sections that provide information on the geography, life, and technology that the Romans used.