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Unit 2
Chapter 5: Classical Greece
Section 2: Warring City-StatesHWC, The Persian Wars
Complete history of the Persian wars, with sections on the primary figures and battles, as well as the aftermath. Also contains helpful sound files to assist with pronunciation of names.
Section 3: Democracy and Greece's Golden Age
The Olympic Games in the Ancient Hellenic World
History of the Greek Olympics and the contests, as well as anecdotes and biographies of the competitors
Section 4: Alexander-Empire Builder
The Great Homepage of Alexander, or Something Like That
Wealth of information about Alexander the Great, as well as images and links to related sites
Alexandrian Scholarship
Information on learning in the age of Alexander and a description of the library at Alexandria. Part of the Perseus Project at Tufts University.
Alexander in India
An account of Alexander's foray into India, which changed the course of that region's history
Section 5: The Spread of Hellenistic Culture
Women's Life in Greece & Rome
Links to documents about women in Greece and Rome in topics such as medicine, religion, and legal status
Chapter 6: Ancient Rome and Early Christianity
Section 1: The Romans Create a RepublicAn Ancient Adventure in Rome
Walking tour of Rome with trivia, a forum, and games related to the ancient city
Section 3: The Rise of Christianity
The Christian Catacombs of Rome
Brief history of the catacombs and their importance to Christianity
Chapter 7: India and China Establish Empires
Section 2: Trade Spreads Indian Religions and CultureThe Hindu Universe--History
History of Hinduism in India along with a Glossary and new discoveries in the search for the Hindu past
Xi'an and the Silk Road
Description of a modern town that was once the source of trade along the Silk Road, with links to further information.
Chapter 9: The Americas: A Separate World
Section 2: Early Mesoamerican CivilizationsOlmec Culture
Interesting page about one of the earliest American civilizations with photographs of sculptures
Section 3: Early Civilizations of the Andes
Ancient Civilizations of the Andes
Photographs taken of archaeological sites in the Andes, featuring relics of the ancient mountain civilizations
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