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Title: Persian Empire


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Persian Empire
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Rise of Persia
  • Tolerance
  • Diplomacy
  • Strong Military
  • Modern day Iran
  • Copper, lead, gold, silver, lapis lazuli

3
Cyrus
  • 550 BC ? conquering neighbors
  • Kind to conquered
  • No looting or burning
  • Honor local customs
  • Allowed Jews to return home

4
Cambyses
  • Conquered Egypt
  • Scorned Egyptian religion
  • Died ? Many Rebellions

5
Darius
  • 3 yrs of revolts
  • Led armies to Afg and India
  • Spread 2500 miles
  • Unable to conquer Greece

6
Darius Govt
  • 20 Provinces
  • Satraps governor
  • Military leader
  • Tax collector
  • Kings Eyes and Ears

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Royal Road
  • 1,677 miles
  • 111 relay stations
  • Coins with standard value
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