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Persian Empire
At different times, under different ruling families, there were several different Persian Empires. Usually, the term refers to the Achaemenid dynasty empire founded by Cyrus the Great (559BC - 530BC) which was eventually conquered by Alexander the Great. To rule such a large empire, new groundbreaking systems were set up which influenced all who came after.
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The Ionian revolt and the burning of Sardis .
What role did Cyrus the Great play in Persian history?
Persia was a vassal state of Media. He absorbed Media into Persia, and together he led them to defeat the Babylonian Empire, absorb it, and went on to take over all of the Middle East, and Central Asia. This left his successors to consolidate this empire by adding Egypt, Thrace and western India, and develop stable government of the empire which lasted for 200 years until it was taken over by Alexander the Great's Macedonia..
What battle was Alexander the great first victory vs the Persian Empire?
Granicus River in Asia Minor 334 BCE.
How did Persian roads improve the empire?
They had posting houses dotted along them to provide horses for couriers.
Which was the major cause of foreign intersest in Persia?
The major cause of foreign interest in Persia (modern-day Iran) was its vast natural resources, particularly oil, discovered in the early 20th century. This oil wealth attracted the attention of European powers and later the United States, as they sought to secure energy supplies and expand their geopolitical influence in the region. Additionally, Persia's strategic location along trade routes and its historical significance further heightened foreign interest.
Why do large cities need to be governed by strong leaders?
To ensure peace and prosperity within the city.
What were the technological accomplishments of the Persian Empire?
Kinect, dirt bikes, the Civil War, Ford Trucks, football, Hitler, Beer Pong, Laptops, Chainsaws, electric cars, the internet, and also iPhones
Did Archimedes conquer the Persian Empire then tried to conquer India?
Archimedes did not conquer anything. He was a scientist, not a general or a politician.
What describes an accomplishment of the Persian Empire?
An attempt to promote peace, prosperity and security which lasted for two centuries.
Where did Alexander the Great defeat the Persian Empire?
He wonn a series of battles across north Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia 331-327 BCE. The major ones were Granicus, Issus and Gaugamela.
Which describes an accomplishment of the Persian Empire?
building a complex road system to aid in communication and control
World history student
A fleet, and internal roads with posting houses for horsed couriers.
What did the Persian Empire give us?
Some interesting history to study. The world moved on after the fall of the empire.
What is the Persian Empire best known for?
Establishing a degree of stability and prosperity in Asia fortwohundred years.
Why did the Persians have fewer revolts than earlier empires?
because cyrus the great was a fair king
How long was India part of the Persian Empire?
Northwestern India (today's Pakistan) was included in the Persian Empire in 521 BCE. By 331 BCE the Persian Empire ceased to exist after it's defeat by Alexander the Great, who continued on to India and made a failed attempt to take over India.
