Let the Games Begin!
Databases
- ABC-CLIOThis company has several history databases. Choose World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras.
Check out these databases for information on gladiators and the colosseum.
- Facts on FileAnother excellent resource, Ancient and Medieval History Online.
- Salem HistoryInformation on Spartacus!
Ebook: World Eras
- Daily Life in Ancient RomeOne of the best sources for contemporary opinion about gladiatorial combat
General Encyclopedias
These general sources will provide a great overview of your person. In addition, each article contains links to websites and in many cases, periodicals (magazines) as well.
Suggested Websites and Other Links
- Classic Technology Center - The GladiatorGreat resource for gladiator information including history, who they were, training, and even stuff about the movie Gladiator. Oh, and did you know that there were female gladiators?
- Arena: Gladitorial GamesGood site that provides an overview of gladiators (all the different types), the colosseum, and a day in the life of a gladiator.
- Gladiators: Heroes of the Roman AmphitheatreGreat site from the BBC that discusses the rules, fighting styles, public perception, and life of a gladiator.
- The Ivy League of Ancient Roman Gladiator SchoolsLearn all about gladiator schools.
- VRoma: a Virtual Community for Teaching and Learning ClassicsMany images available through this site.
- Institute for the Study of the Ancient WorldThe images on this Flickr account are free, as long as they are cited. Many very good photos.
- Daily Life in Ancient Rome by Jerome CarcopinoA great source for contemporary opinions about gladiatorial combat.
- The ColosseumA history channel site with videos and lots of information about the Colosseum, including the opening ceremonies and the gladiatorial combats.
- The Colosseum - NetExcellent site with lots of tabs about the games, the history of gladiatorial combat, and the building of the Colosseum.