There were many famous conquerors who conquered or ruled Samarkland. As for ancient ones, I'd say the Persians and Alexander the Great (Macedonian or Greek).
Samarkand City is located in southeastern Uzbekistan, in Central Asia. It is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and is known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and significance along the ancient Silk Road trade route.
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The Etruscans brought all of their art and culture to Rome when the ancient civilization conquered the then-infant city. The Etruscans and Romans fought a series of wars called the Roman-Etruscan Wars during the early part of ancient Romeâ??s history.
Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Attila the Hun, Asoka, Genghis Khan, Tamerlane, Hernan Cortez, and Francisco Pizarro are some of history's famous conquerors.
They invented Democracy. Also, they once conquered most of the known world under Alexander the Great.
Romans and Macedonians. Both conquered Greece at some point
Tribes that originated in South Siberia and Mongolia, the Mongols created the largest empire in ancient history. Under Genghis Khan they conquered China in 1206
Tribes that originated in South Siberia and Mongolia, the Mongols created the largest empire in ancient history. Under Genghis Khan they conquered China in 1206
Kush was conquered by Askum.
The Macedonian leader of ancient times who is still considered to be one of the greatest conquerors ever to have lived is Alexander the great. Although alive for just over three decades (356-323), Alexander succeeded in conquering all of Greece, the Middle East, Egypt, and the Near East, even driving into portions of modern India. His military success (he never suffered a major defeat) is complemented by his cultural achievements: he carried Greek culture into every corner of the civilized world while also adopting what he saw as the "best" of the cultures which he conquered.
Because they were looking for the West Indies but found the Americas. The rest is history...
What ancient system are you referring to?