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What helped Achaemenids maintain their empire?
good roads, postal service,uniform law
Who were the Achaemenids the ruling family of?
The Persian Empire.
What are the comparison between the Achaemenids empire and the Mauryans empire?
the Persian empire was much bigger and a lot more powerful.
How did the Achaemenids rule their empire?
The Achaemenids ruled their vast empire through a combination of centralized administration and local governance. They established a system of satrapies, or provinces, each overseen by a satrap who maintained local order while collecting taxes and enforcing the king's laws. This approach allowed for a degree of autonomy, enabling local customs and practices to persist, which helped maintain stability. Additionally, the Achaemenids promoted infrastructure projects, like the Royal Road, to facilitate communication and trade across their diverse territories.
How did the achaemenids specifically Cyrus and Darius impact the Persian history?
They established the empire by expansion, and settled its structure of governance and civilisation.
Did postal service help the Achaemenids maintain their empire?
It was a posting service, not a postal service. The posting stations provided relays of fresh horses for couriers to use to pass important messages across the Empire. This land posting service plus the seaborne one allowed timely communications in a pre-electronic era.
Compare and contrast the Achaemenids and the Greeks?
they were like feet
How does Darius's method of administration give stability to the Persian Empire?
Darius revolutionized the economy by placing it on a silver/gold coinage system. Trade was extensive, and under the Achaemenids there was an efficient infrastructure that facilitated the exchange of commodities among the far reaches of the empire.
Achaemenids ruled Persia?
Yes. The first Achaemenid ruler was Cyrus II (The Great), who founded the Persian Empire by uniting the two original Iranian tribes, the Medes and the Persians in the 6th century BC.
Why was the Achaemenid Empire so successful for so long?
The Achaemenid Empire's success can be attributed to its innovative administrative practices, such as the use of satrapies, which allowed for efficient governance over its vast territories. Its emphasis on cultural tolerance and respect for local customs fostered loyalty among diverse populations. Additionally, a well-developed infrastructure, including roads and a postal system, facilitated trade and communication, further strengthening the empire's cohesion and stability. These factors combined enabled the Achaemenids to maintain control and prosperity for over two centuries.
What famous structure did King Darius build to unite the Persian Empire?
The Royal Road or Achmaenid Road with its system of way stations and riders aided communication in Darius' empire. The road connected Susa with Persepolis and India.https://www.thoughtco.com/royal-road-of-the-achaemenids-172590
Alexander kept his empire running by what?
Alexander the Great was able to maintain his empire by spreading Greek language and culture. He understood that the best way to stabilize his vast empire was to maintain a certain level of homogenization.
