The Achaemenid Empire

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<p>The Achaemenid Empire, or better known as the First Persian Empire, was one of the largest empires in History - led by Cyrus the Great it covered 2.1 million square miles. But where did it come from? And what do we know about their society? It was in their DNA to travel and ex ... Show More

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For a little over 200 years, the First Persian Empire ruled over a vast expanse across three continents, making it arguably the world’s first great superpower. At its peak, it stretched from its base in Persia - roughly analogous to modern-day Iran, all the way to India in the Ea ... Show More

<p>Mes chers camarades, bien le bonjour ! </p><p>Si je vous parle d’un empire de l’Antiquité très puissant, très étendu, et multiculturel, vous allez certainement penser à l’Empire d’Alexandre, ou encore à l’Empire romain. Et pourtant, ce n’est pas à ceux-là auxquels je fais réfé ... Show More