Across
1
Ancient empire that conquered much of Europe
5
Practice of establishing foreign colonies
6
Armored warrior of medieval times
7
Long and distinct period of history
12
Ancient Egyptian picture writing
13
Military conflict or fight
Down
2
Exchange of goods between peoples
3
Fortified medieval residence
4
Ancient Mesoamerican civilization
8
Government elected by the people
9
Succession of rulers from same family
10
Government ruled by a king or queen
11
Armed entry into another territory
14
Male monarch ruler
15
Roman arena fighter