University of Pennsylvania
Celebration of Women Writers: One Man Saves the Day
The story of early Roman hero Horatius Cocles by Charlotte Yonge includes the famous poem by Lord Macaulay about the Roman soldier who single-handedly defended a bridge across the Tiber from invading Etruscans.
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Roma: History and Civilization of the Eternal City
Brief articles about the legends, history, culture, and monuments of Ancient Rome. Written in English by Italian students, so spelling and grammar are not perfect. Good information and pictures.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Romulus and Remus
History for Kids tells the background story of the origins of Rome through the mythology of the legendary Romulus and Remus.
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Mythography: Roman Heroes and Heroines
This site has basic dictionary entries on some of the legendary heroes and heroines of Ancient Rome. Most are characters from The Aeneid.