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Epidaurus was an ancient religious site and settlement located on the fertile Argolid plain of the east Peloponnese in Greece. Blessed with a mild climate and natural springs, the sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus was an important sacred centre in both ancient Greek and Roman times. The site, which includes the massive theatre of Epidaurus, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Still visible are the starting pillars and a number of the stone benches for spectators."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Theatre of Epidaurus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A view of the orchestra of the Theatre of Epidaurus taken from the steps of the audience seats."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre of Epidaurus Panorama (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Theatre of Epidaurus, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre Parodoi, Epidaurus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A view of the parodoi - the monumental gate entrances common to Classical theatres through which the audience entered the theatre."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Epidavros, Greece: Perfect Acoustics (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More info about travel to Greece's Peloponnese: https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/gre... The sanctuary at Epidavros, Greece, has the best-preserved theater in the ancient world and the scant remains of its city. Though it hasn't been in operation since 426 A.D., the theater still has perfect acoustics. At http://www.ricksteves.com, you'll find money-saving travel tips, small-group tours, guidebooks..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hygeia, Asclepius, and the Ancient Greek Deities of Healing (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Apollo, although the god of medicine, wasn't the only deity in Greek mythology associated with healing, with many different deities in Ancient Greece including Hygeia and Asclepius, having responsibilities in the realms of healing, medicine, and health. Asclepius, under the tutelage of Chiron, excelled in the arts of medicine and healing. 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Nemea was a religious sanctuary in the northern Peloponnese of Greece where pan-Hellenic athletic games were held every two years from 573 BCE until 271 BCE, after which, the Games were definitively moved to Argos.

Early Settlement

Situated near the foothills of the Arcadian mountains, 333m above sea level in a long narrow valley, Nemea has cool summers and harsh winters..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Travel in the Ancient Greek World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel opportunities within the ancient Greek world largely depended on status and profession; nevertheless, a significant proportion of the population could, and did, travel across the Mediterranean to sell their wares, skills, go on religious pilgrimage, see sporting events or even travel simply for the pleasure of seeing the magnificent sights of the ancient world. 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There were no sculpted decorations on the exterior..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sacrificial Table, Nemea (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Restored stone table on which were placed the sacrificial offerings to the Gods in Greek religious practice. One tray was for the 'Epidaurian Gods' (Apollo & Esklepios), the other for Zeus. (c. 300 BCE). Nemea Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stadium Entrance Tunnel (East End), Nemea, Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Constructed in 330-320 BCE, the entrance to the stadium is mostly hidden from view from the spectators in the stadium and the athletes entrance would have been all the more dramatic."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stadium Entrance, Nemea, Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This 36.5m long passageway, constructed in 330-320 BCE leads from the athletes locker room into the stadium and is the entrance through which the athletes would have first appeared to the waiting spectators."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stadium Starting Block, Nemea, Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The starting line or 'balbis' consisted of 12 lanes with posts held in vertical sockets between which a catapult mechanism or 'hysplex' of tensed rope would prevent any athlete from false starting. 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British Museum curator Judith Swaddling describes the amphora."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek Long Jump (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The long jump was the only type of jumping contest in the ancient Olympics. It differed vitally from our long jump in that athletes used pairs of weights or halteres, swung forward on take-off and back just before landing, probably as a handicap. British Museum curator Judith Swaddling describes the amphora."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Legend of Herakles - the Greatest Hero in Greek Mythology (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Herakles, who is also widely known by his Roman name Hercules, is probably the most famous hero from Greek mythology whose challenges and adventures started when he was an infant and carried through till his death. Herakles' mother, Alcmene, was visited by the god Zeus while her husband Amphitrion, was in Thebes, disguised as her husband, and being the son of Zeus made Herakles a demi-god, but still..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thebes (Greece) (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Thebes is a town in central Greece which has been continuously inhabited for five millennia. It was an important Mycenaean centre in the middle to late Bronze Age and was a powerful city-state in the Classical period, participating in both the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, reaching its peak of influence in the early 4th century BCE when it was the most powerful city in Greece.

THEBES..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although ancient Greek Society was dominated by the male citizen, with his full legal status, right to vote, hold public office, and own property, the social groups which made up the population of a typical Greek city-state or polis were remarkably diverse. Women, children, immigrants (both Greek and foreign), labourers, and slaves all had defined roles, but there was interaction (often illicit..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Dr. Rita Roussos (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Join World History Encyclopedia as they chat with Dr. Rita Roussos. Dr. Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites like Isthmia, Kato, and Mantinea. If you did not already know, World History has teamed up with Adante Travels and designed a tour in Greece exclusively for our..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Life of Crates of Thebes in Diogenes Laertius (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Crates of Thebes (l. c. 360-280 BCE) was one of the most important Cynic philosophers of ancient Greece. He was born to a wealthy family in Thebes but gave away his inheritance after realizing the futility of material possessions and the shallow values espoused by society. After renouncing his personal wealth, he moved to Athens where he studied philosophy with Diogenes of Sinope (l. c. 404-323..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Boeotian Pithos from Thebes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Boeotian early orientalizing pithos-amphora depicting a lion, 670-660 BCE, Thebes. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cadmus Slaying the Dragon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A scene from a black-figure vase of the Phoenician founder of Thebes Cadmus slaying the dragon which dwelt there. From Euboea, 560-550 BCE. Louvre Museum, Paris."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan relief (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "High terracotta Etruscan relief depicting scenes from the myth of the Seven Against Thebes. It decorated the back of the temple of the sanctuary at Pyrgi, 470-460 BCE. (National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia, Rome) 'Seven Against Thebes' is a tragedy by the ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus, dating from 467 BCE. It is the classic statement of the myth of the battle for the city of Thebes after..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Greece under Theban Hegemony (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing ancient Greece at the time of Theban hegemony, 371 BCE to 362 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Hellenic Leagues and Hegemonies, 4th century BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The political landscape of the Hellenic world shifted dramatically in the aftermath of the Peloponnesian War (431–404 BCE), a conflict that ended with Sparta’s victory but left the Greek city-states militarily exhausted and politically fragmented. The collapse of Athenian naval supremacy weakened the traditional balance of power, eroded collective security, and intensified interstate rivalry. In..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Oedipus & the Sphinx of Thebes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A red-figure tondo showing Oedipus and the sphinx of Thebes, from Vulci, 470 BCE. Vatican Museums, Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lutetia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Lutetia Parisiorum was the capital of the Parisii, a tribe in ancient Gaul. The Parisii were a tribe on the Middle Seine, and Lutetia ("place near a swamp") was one of their main settlements. It was on the south bank of the river. In 53 BCE, the Roman general Julius Caesar used Lutetia, which had probably been founded in the mid-third century BCE, as place of the council of all Gallic tribes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Gaul (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Gaul indicating the local tribes, regions, and cities, circa 54 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lutetia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 18th century map of Lutetia by Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville (1697–1782)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Massilia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Along the north-western coast of the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Italy lies the ancient city of Massilia (modern Marseilles). Originally founded in 600 BCE by Ionian Greeks from Phocaea, the city would one day challenge the might of Carthage (defeating them in both the 5th and 6th centuries BCE) and dominate the region, establishing a number of colonies in southern Gaul during the 3rd..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "On the Ocean: The Famous Voyage of Pytheas (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Sometime around 330 BCE, Pytheas, a little-known Greek merchant, embarked on an astonishing voyage. It was a voyage that would take him far beyond the known boundaries of the Mediterranean, into lands thought to exist only in myth and legend. When he returned, his voyage and the amazing things he had witnessed would be debated for centuries. Pytheas was a citizen of the western Greek city of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Gaul (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Gaul indicating the local tribes, regions, and cities, circa 54 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pytheas (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue of Greek traveller, Pytheas. Marseille, Palais de la Bourse"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Located on the fertile Mesara plain in central Crete, Phaistos has been inhabited since the Final Neolithic period (c. 3600-3000 BCE). The settlements greatest period of influence was from the 20th to 15th century BCE, during which time it was, along with Knossos, Malia and Zakros, one of the most important centres of the Minoan civilization.

The settlement of Phaistos continued into..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beauty in the Bronze Age - Minoan & Mycenaean Fashion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dress and appearance in Bronze Age Greece (c. 3100 BCE - c. 1100 BCE) played a part in defining gender roles and emphasising idealized beauty that planted the seed for modern-day standards. The Minoans turned the island of Crete into a Mediterranean powerhouse and dominated Aegean culture until around 1450 BCE when the Mycenaean civilization from the Greek mainland peaked and wrested control. Frescoes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Exploring Western Crete's Archaeological Treasures (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "As the cradle of European civilization and a meeting place of diverse cultures, Crete is a magical island that stands apart in the heart of the Mediterranean sea. Its prominent place in world history dates back to the mysterious and fascinating Bronze Age civilization of the Minoans, who were building lavish labyrinth-like palaces at a time when Athens was just a village. In the Odyssey, Homer describes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Frescoes are the source of some of the most striking imagery handed down to us from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE). Further, without written records, they are often the only source, along with decorated pottery, of just how the world appeared to the Minoans and give us tantalizing glimpses of their beliefs, cultural practices and aesthetic tastes. Techniques & Colours..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Jewellery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The jewellery of the Minoan civilization based on Bronze Age Crete demonstrates, as with other Minoan visual art forms, not only a sophisticated technological knowledge (in this case of metalwork) and an ingenuity of design but also a joy in vibrantly representing nature and a love of flowing, expressive, shapes and forms. Materials & Technology Initially influenced technically and artistically..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ever evolving pottery from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE) demonstrates, perhaps better than any other medium, not only the Minoan joy in animal, sea and plant life but also their delight in flowing, naturalistic shapes and design. 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Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete,"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Panorama, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Minoan settlement of Phaistos archaeological site, Crete (2000-1400 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silo, Phaistos, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The minoan settlement of Phaistos archaeological site, Crete (2000-1400 BCE). A silo for grain storage."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Phaistos disk is a fired clay disk, probably of Minoan origin, measuring some 16cm in diameter and impressed on both sides with 242 symbols set in a spiral arrangement. As yet, this unique archaeological find remains an undeciphered enigma.

Origins & Dimensions

Discovered in 1908 in the 'Old Palace' (1900 to 1700 BCE) of Minoan Phaistos on Crete, little is known for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Frescoes are the source of some of the most striking imagery handed down to us from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE). Further, without written records, they are often the only source, along with decorated pottery, of just how the world appeared to the Minoans and give us tantalizing glimpses of their beliefs, cultural practices and aesthetic tastes. Techniques & Colours..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Jewellery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The jewellery of the Minoan civilization based on Bronze Age Crete demonstrates, as with other Minoan visual art forms, not only a sophisticated technological knowledge (in this case of metalwork) and an ingenuity of design but also a joy in vibrantly representing nature and a love of flowing, expressive, shapes and forms. Materials & Technology Initially influenced technically and artistically..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ever evolving pottery from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE) demonstrates, perhaps better than any other medium, not only the Minoan joy in animal, sea and plant life but also their delight in flowing, naturalistic shapes and design. Kamares Style Following on from the pre-palatial styles of Vasiliki (with surfaces decorated in mottled red and black) and Barbotine..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Stoneware (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Craftsmen of the Minoan civilization centred on the island of Crete produced stone vessels from the early Bronze Age (c. 2500 BCE) using a wide variety of stone types which were laboriously carved out to create vessels of all shapes, sizes and function. The craft continued for a millennium and vessels were of such quality that they found their way to the Greek mainland and islands across the Aegean..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Minoan Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Minoan Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The side A of the Phaistos disk, New-Palace period (1600-1450 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One side (A) of the Phaistos disk, New-Palace period (1600-1450 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete, Each side of the clay disk is impressed with hieroglyphic symbols as yet undeciphered."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (Side B) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One side (B) of the Phaistos Disk, New-Palace period (1600-1450 BCE). Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete,"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Scotland (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Scotland is a country which, today, comprises the northern part of Great Britain and includes the islands known as the Hebrides and the Orkneys. The name derives from the Roman word "Scotti" which designated an Irish tribe who invaded the region and established the kingdom of Dal Riata. A claim has also been made, however, that the land is named after Scota, daughter of an Egyptian Pharaoh, who..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Monsters & Heroes of Scotland: Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Loch Ness is one of the most beautiful lakes in Scotland and no one needs the attraction of the mythical monster to enjoy a visit. The majestic ruins of Urquhart Castle and scenic landscape should be enough of a draw – but there is also the tale of the hero Andrew de Moray to be considered. The Scottish Highlands are among the most impressive landscapes in the world with some of the most famous..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tacitus' Account of The Battle of Mons Graupius (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Battle of Mons Graupius was fought in 83 CE between the invading forces of Rome, under the general Agricola, and the Picts, the indigenous people of modern-day Scotland, under their leader Calgacus. The only account of the battle is found in the Agricola by the Roman historian Tacitus (56-117 CE) who was Agricola's son-in-law. The location of the battle is not known, and as many as 29 sites..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Twelve Menacing & Protective Mythological Figures (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The term mythology comes from the Greek words mythos (“story of the people”) and logos (“word”) and so is defined as the spoken (later written) story of a culture. Modern scholars have divided myths into different types which serve many different cultural purposes. Myths serve to explain the origin of the world, how various aspects of that world operate and why, the meaning of suffering and death..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Roman Lioness Devouring a Man (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This sculpture depicts a large lioness devouring a naked bearded man; the overall scene represents the destructive power of death. The 2 snakes on the base symbolize the survival of the soul. The sculpture was built as part of a tomb memorial; it signaled the status of a high-ranking Roman officer. It was found in the year 1997 CE at the mouth of the River Almond, Cramond village, Midlothian, Scotland..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Altar Fragment to Jupiter Dolichenus, Birrens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman soldiers, when they came to Scotland, brought their own gods and goddesses from their local areas. Exotic cults were easily adopted too, such as that developed to Jupiter Dolichenus (a mixture of Roman Jupiter and a Syrian sky god) who was very popular with soldiers. The inscriptions on this altar read "Sacred to Jupiter Dolichenus, best and greatest, Magunna, fulfilled her vow." From Birrens..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alter to Goddess Ricagambeda, Birrens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman soldiers, when they came to Scotland, brought their own gods and goddesses from their local areas. Exotic cults were easily adopted too. Ricagambeda was a Celtic goddess worshiped by troops in the Rhineland. The inscriptions on this altar read "To the goddess Ricagambeda, the men of the Vellavian district in the 2nd Cohort of Tungrians, willingly and deservedly fulfilled their vow." From Birrens..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Balnuaran of Clava (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The late Neolithic Age site of the Balnuaran of Clava, popularly known as Clava Cairns, dating from 2500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Barnhouse Settlement (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "House Three at the Neolithic village of Barnhouse Settlement, Orkney, Scotland. Constructed and occupied 3300-2600 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bowl with Neptune, Inveresk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Neptune was god of the oceans, freshwater, and seas (he was the counterpart of the Greek god Posiedon). The outer surface of this bowl was decorated with Neptune and a merman on his left and dolphin and Jupiter to his right. From Inveresk, Scotland, late 1st century to late 2nd century CE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Brignatia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Brignatia, goddess of war and engineers, was worshiped in Celtic religion. She was the chief goddess of a local tribe in northern England and southern Scotland. Here, she was depicted as a Roman goddess; she has 2 wings, wears a crown, and holds a spear and world globe. From Birrens, Scotland, 120-180 CE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Crannog, Loch Tay, Scotland (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Crannog centre on Loch Tay near Kenmore recreates an ancient Crannog, which was a wooden structure built out on a man-made island in a lake and connected to the shore by a narrow, and easily defensible, causeway."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dunscaith Castle, Isle of Skye, Scotland (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Dunscaith Castle figures prominently in Scottish lore as the home of the warrior-witch Scathach, who taught the hero Cuchulainn the art of war. It was built in the 13th century by the Clan MacLeod, later taken by Clan MacDonald, and abandoned in the 17th century."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of a Local Deity, Birrens, Scotland (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In the Roman empire deities which were not part of normal Roman beliefs were often readily adopted and worshiped. On the frontiers, such as Scotland, soldiers worshiped local gods and goddesses. This is a head of an unknown local deity. From Birrens, Scotland, 2nd century CE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kelpies (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Kelpies sculpture, Falkirk, Scotland."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knap of Howar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Knap of Howar on the island of Papa Westray in the Orkney Islands, believed to be the oldest stone house in northern Europe (3700-3500 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Leg from a Large Roman Statue from Milsington (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Under Roman occupation, Scotland was an unwilling part of a huge empire whose system and ways were entirely alien to its native people. The price of resistance was slavery or death, crushed beneath the imperial foot; this is a leg from a larger-than-life Roman statue. From Milsington, Scotland, 2nd century CE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Luxury Glass Bowl (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient cast glass features a wide range of decoration, produced by fusing together different layers of colored glass. Mosaic patterns were created by cutting colored glass canes in cross-section, and marble glass was mould-blown into shape. This bowl imitates the translucence of semi-precious stone. Hellenistic or Roman, 2nd to mid-1st century BCE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Maeshowe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The chambered cairn and passage grave of Maeshowe, Orkney, Scotland, in use 3000-2800 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Maeshowe excavation 1861 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This drawing, by a Mr. Gibb of Aberdeen, Scotland, depicts the state of Maeshowe shortly after the excavation through the roof of the structure in 1861 by the antiquarian James Farrer."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Panorama of The Balnuaran of Clava Cairns (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The late Neolithic Age site of The Balnuaran of Clava, popularly known as Clava Cairns, dating from 2500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pictish Stone, Invereen, Scotland (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Pictish stones are a form of monumental steles and are mainly found in the eastern part of Scotland and around the Clyde-Forth line. This stone was found in Invereen, Moy, Inverness-shire, Scotland. The stone was carved with Pictish symbols, typical of the 7th and 8th centuries. There are double-disc, crescent, z and v symbols. History is silent on the meaning of these stones. National Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pictish Warrior with Drinking Horn (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bearded Pictish warrior from the Bullion Stone, Angus, now in the National Museum of Scotland."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queen Scota Unfurls the Sacred Banner (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Scota, the mythological progenitor of the Gaels, as depicted by John Fergus O'Hea, 1838-1922 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Altar to Jupiter, Newstead (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In ancient Scotland, the Romans put up altars inscribed with the names of their gods. An alter was a public sign of a worshiper's beliefs. On each altar, the names of the god and the donor were recorded. 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The island is featured in many pivotal historic and legendary events."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scota and Goidel Glas (Illustration) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This illustration from a 15th Century CE manuscript of Walter Bowers' epic Scotichronicon portrays Scota and Goídel Glas, the legendary progenitors of the Gaelic people."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scottish Highlands (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Heather in the Scottish Highlands (between Perth and Aberdeen)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scultpture of Jupiter Dolichenus & Juno Regina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman soldiers, when they came to Scotland, brought their own gods and goddesses from their local areas. 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Orkney Museum. The plaque, carved from one piece of whalebone into the shape of two dragons facing each other, was found in a Viking burial, which was partly uncovered by coastal erosion on the coast near the farm of Scar, and was excavated in 1991. This was a boat burial; the boat was built..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Weaving Combs from Ancient Scotland (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These combs were made of whalebone. What makes whalebone particularly useful is not only is it strong, dense, and resilient, but it can also be used to produce objects of very large sizes. This collection of weaving combs is from Gurness, Howmae, and Midhowe, Scotland, 2nd century BCE to 4th century CE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aerial View of Clava Cairns (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A view around Clava Cairns from the DJI Phantom."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Digging Into Scotland's Mysterious, Ancient Past (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Scotland's Orkney Islands are so dense with human artifacts that they've been called "the Egypt of the North." At the site of a colossal complex that predates Stonehenge, archaeologists have discovered Neolithic art, pottery, and several carved stones that are extremely rare. 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The group constitutes a major prehistoric cultural landscape which gives a graphic depiction of life in this remote archipelago..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knap of Howar, Scotland (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "At Knap of Howar on the island of Papa Westray in Orkney, Scotland, a Neolithic farmstead may be the oldest preserved stone house in northern Europe. Radiocarbon dating shows that it was occupied from 3700 BC to 2800 BC, earlier than the similar houses in the settlement at Skara Brae on the Orkney Mainland. Coordinates: 59°20′57.66″ N, 2°54′39.06″ W"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lewis Chessmen (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This film uses replicas of the famous Lewis Chessmen to tell the stories of Norse Kings and kingdoms. Originally created as part of an installation for the Lews Castle Museum in Stornoway, Outer Hebrides, Scotland. http://isodesign.co.uk"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Maeshowe Chambered Cairn, Orkney | 3D Scanning (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The chambered tomb of Maeshowe is in The Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site. Along with the Standing Stones of Stenness, the Ring of Brodgar, the Barnhouse settlement and Skara Brae prehistoric village, it allows visitors to understand the landscape and monuments of our ancestors more than 5000 years ago. In 2011 laser scanners were used to record the site and create a three dimensional..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tiryns (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Located on the fertile Argolid plain, Tiryns lies between Nafplion and Argos in the eastern Peloponnese in Greece. The site has been inhabited since the Neolithic Age (7th-4th millennium BCE) but reached its greatest period of importance in the 13th century BCE as a major centre of the Mycenaean civilization and aided by its position, at that time just 1 km from the coast, it was an important..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beauty in the Bronze Age - Minoan & Mycenaean Fashion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dress and appearance in Bronze Age Greece (c. 3100 BCE - c. 1100 BCE) played a part in defining gender roles and emphasising idealized beauty that planted the seed for modern-day standards. 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Trapezus (Greek: Τραπεζοῦς) or Trebizond was a Greek city on the southern shore of the Black Sea, modern Trabzon. According to the Christian author Eusebius, writing more than a millennium after the event, Trapezus was founded in 756 BCE, in the country that was called Colchis. Its first settlers were from Sinope (Xenophon, Anabasis, 4.8), a Greek city on the southern shore of the Black Sea..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aqueduct & Fortifications of Trebizond (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The aqueduct and fortifications of ancient Trebizond (Trapezus), modern Trabzon, Turkey. 13th century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trebizond Silver Drachma (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A silver drachma coin from Trebizond (Trapezus), 4th century BCE. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of the Granicus (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Battle of the Granicus in May 334 BCE was Alexander the Great's (356-323 BCE) first major victory against the forces of the Achaemenid Empire. Alexander had crossed the Hellespont with his combined Macedonian and Greek forces and stepped upon the shores of Anatolia. His goal was simple: to defeat Darius III (r. 336-330 BCE) and conquer the vast Persian Empire. In May 334 BCE he had his first..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of the Granicus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Battle of the Granicus by Charles Le Brun, 1665 CE Louvre, Paris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battles of Ancient Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the locations of battles in ancient Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Alexander the Great's Conquests (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the route that Alexander the Great took to conquer Egypt, Mesopotamia, Persia, and Bactria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Battle of the Granicus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the Battle of the Granicus River, May 334 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Empire of Alexander the Great (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the Empire of Alexander the Great, his conquests, and the routes he took (334 BC - 323 BC). Major cities, roads, and battles are indicated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aria (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Aria (or Areia) was always understood to be the area around the Areios River, today Hari Rud in Afghanistan (Arrian, Anabasis IV.6.6). It was bounded to the north by Margiana and Bactria, where the area of the Margos River begins; to the west by the big Carmanian desert; to the south by Drangiana; and to the east by the mighty Paropamisadai mountains. The Areios was the backbone of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaemenid Empire Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Persian Achaemenid Empire at its greatest extent under the reigns of Darius the Great and Xerxes. Inspired by Historical Atlas of Georges Duby (p.11, map D), this map was made by Fabienkhan the 24th of August 2006, using Inkscape and GIMP. Arad translated the map to help."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of Gaugamela (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Battle of Gaugamela (1st October 331 BCE, also known as the Battle of Arbela) was the final meeting between Alexander the Great of Macedon and King Darius III of Persia. After this victory, Alexander was, without question, the King of all Asia. Gaugamela (means "The Camel's House") was a village on the banks of the river Bumodus. The site of the battle is thought to be Tel Gomel (Hebrew -..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle of Gaugamela, 331 BCE (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "After securing the eastern Mediterranean seaboard and Egypt, Alexander the Great pushed east into Mesopotamia with the intention of bringing Darius to battle. After crossing the Euphrates River unopposed, he marched his army eastward along the foothills of the Armenian mountains before crossing the Tigris River. Once across the Tigris, Macedonian mounted scouts reported seeing Persian cavalry in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander the Great in Combat (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artistic impression of Alexander the Great in combat (played by Colin Farrell), from the motion picture Alexander (2004), directed by Oliver Stone."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Alexander the Great's Conquests (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the route that Alexander the Great took to conquer Egypt, Mesopotamia, Persia, and Bactria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Battle of Gaugamela - Alexander's Attack (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the battle of Gaugamela depicting Alexander the Great attacking Darius III, a move that led to victory."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Battle of Gaugamela - Setup (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The opening of the battle of Gaugamela."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Empire of Alexander the Great (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the Empire of Alexander the Great, his conquests, and the routes he took (334 BC - 323 BC). Major cities, roads, and battles are indicated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Antiochia ad Cragum (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Antiochia ad Cragum (“Antioch on the Cliffs” or “Antioch at Cragus”) was a Hellenistic Roman city located in Cilicia Trachea (“Rough Cilicia”, also known as Cilicia Aspera and Cilicia Secunda) on the southern coast of modern-day Turkey (in the Gazipasa district of the Antalya province). It was founded c. 42 CE by Antiochus IV of Commagene (l. c. 17 - c. 72 CE; r. 38-72 CE), not by Antiochus..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Antiochia ad Cragum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The archaeological remains at Antiochia ad Cragum in Anatolia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bath Complex at Antiochia ad Cragum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bath-gymnasium complex at Antiochia ad Cragum, modern-day Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kilns at Antiochia ad Cragum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Kilns installed in the frigidarium of the bath-gymnasium complex at Antiochia ad Cragum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cilicia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Cilicia is the ancient Roman name for the southeastern region of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). It is referenced in the biblical books of Acts and Galatians, was the birthplace of Saint Paul, and the site of his early evangelical missions. The territory was first inhabited in the Neolithic Period c. 8th millennium BCE.

It was under Hittite control by the 2nd millennium BCE before passing..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexandros I Balas (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Alexandros I Balas was a Seleucid king from 152 BC to 145 BCE. As the Seleucid king Demetrius I Soter (162-150 BCE) became more and more unpopular due to his arrogance and drunkenness, it was quite an easy task for the rival kingdoms, such as Pergamum or Egypt to stir up a revolt against him. As a competitor was lacking, two youngsters were found, a boy and a girl who were presumed to be the children..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pirates of the Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The pirates of the ancient Mediterranean were not, for the most part, the outsiders who knew no country's allegiance and were the enemies of civilization as they are frequently depicted in novels and other media. They were often employed (or at least encouraged) by one government against the interests of another and were relied upon for slaves by wealthy private citizens and governmental agencies..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Roman Rule in Asia Minor, c. 200 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the geopolitical landscape of Asia Minor during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193–211 CE), around the year 200 CE. By this time, the peninsula (modern-day Turkey) had been under Roman rule for more than two centuries, following successive campaigns of the Republic and annexations under the early empire. Asia Minor formed one of the empire’s most prosperous regions..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Empire in 117 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Roman Empire at its maximum extent in 117 CE, under the rule of Trajan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Temple-tombs (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two monumental temple-tombs in the ancient city of Imbriogon in Cilicia (modern-day Turkey) dating to the second and third centuries CE. The overall design of the tombs with columns and a standard entablature produces the effect of small temples."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Aytap (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of Aytap (Iotape) in Cilicia, Anatolia. The city was founded by Antiochus IV of Commagene in 52 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Empire about 500 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Regions of Ancient Anatolia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the regions of ancient Anatolia, circa 500 BC. Greek settlement areas are noted in italics."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lords of the Mountains: The Foundation of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "For nearly three centuries between 1080 and 1375 a kingdom of exiles from the Armenian Plateau survived in the Taurus Mountains of modern day south-central Turkey. This is the story of the foundation of Armenian Cilicia during the maelstrom of violence that was the end of the Eleventh Century. —I write stories. Like my Facebook Page to see what I’m up to:- https://www.facebook.com/petekellywriter/..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sounion (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Sounion (or Sunium) was an important ancient Greek religious sanctuary sacred to the gods Poseidon and Athena. Spectacularly located on a promontory in southern Attica, the site is dominated by the temple of Poseidon perched on the cliff edge, seventy metres above the sea.

Sounion is the setting for several episodes in Greek mythology and is specifically mentioned as a place of religious..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Columns, Sounion Temple of Poseidon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 5th century BCE Doric temple of Poseidon, Sounion, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Poseidon at Sounion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The temple of Poseidon was constructed in approx. 440 B.C., over the ruins of a temple dating from the Archaic Period. It is perched above the sea at a height of almost 70 m. The design of the temple is a typical hexastyle i.e. it had a front portico with 6 columns. Only some columns of the Sounion temple stand today, but intact it would have closely resembled the contemporary and well-preserved..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Poseidon, Sounion, Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Temple of Poseidon (444-440 BCE), Sounion, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Landscape of Sounion, Attica (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The landscape west from the temple of Poseidon at Sounion, Attica."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Temple of Poseidon, Sounion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The temple of Poseidon, relatively well-preserved even today, was constructed in 450-440 BCE. According to modern scholars, it was designed by the same architect who designed the Theseion in Athens' Ancient Agora and the Temple of Nemesis at Rhamnus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Artemision Zeus or Poseidon, c. 460 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Artemision Zeus or Poseidon, c. 460 B.C.E., bronze, 2.09 m high, Early Classical (Severe Style), recovered from a shipwreck off Cape Artemision, Greece (National Archaeological Museum, Athens) Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Poseidon the Ancient Greek God of the Sea and Horses (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Poseidon in ancient Greek mythology was the god of the sea, horses, earthquakes and storms, floods and droughts, and was also a protector of mariners. Due to his governance over natural disasters like storms and floods, Poseidon was probably the most destructive of the gods, although he wasn't necessarily always a negative force. Poseidon was also associated with horses, as the patron of horses..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Classical Orders (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=nrRJkzXl4a4 The Classical Orders (Doric, Ionic and Corinthian) A conversation with Dr. Steven Zucker & Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aytap (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Aytap is the modern name for the ancient city of Iotapa (sometimes given as Iotape and Iotape Philadelphos) in Cilicia. The city's ruins are located in southern Turkey near modern day Alanya (ancient Coracesium). The city was founded in 52 CE by Antiochus IV of Commagene (l. c. 17 - c. 72 CE, r. 38-72 CE). He established and named the city for his sister-wife and queen Julia Iotapa (r. 38-52..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Aytap (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of Aytap (Iotape) in Cilicia, Anatolia. The city was founded by Antiochus IV of Commagene in 52 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tarsus (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Tarsus was a city in ancient Cilicia located in the modern-day province of Mersin, Turkey. It is one of the oldest continually inhabited urban centers in the world, dating back to the Neolithic Period. It was built close by the Cydnus River (modern-day Berdan River) and was an important trade center for most of its history. It is best known as the birthplace of Saint Paul (also known as Saul..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cleopatra & Antony (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Regarded by the Romans as "fatale monstrum" – a fatal omen – Cleopatra is one of the ancient world's most popular, though elusive figures. The Egyptian queen has been immortalized by numerous writers and filmmakers, most popularly by William Shakespeare in Antony and Cleopatra, and by Hollywood in Cleopatra (1963), starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. The latter work features the memorable..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Road in Tarsus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Remains of a Roman road in Tarsus, Cilicia, modern-day Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Road, Tarsus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Remains of a Roman road in Tarsus, Cilicia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Side (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Side (pronounced see-day) was a city on the southern coast of Cilicia (modern-day Turkey) first settled in the 7th century BCE by immigrants from Cyme, an Aeolian municipality to the north near the kingdom of Lydia. Its name means 'pomegranate' in Greek. The first settlers may have been a mixture of Luwians and Hatti and spoke a language (now known as Sidetic) which has not yet been deciphered..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pirates of the Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The pirates of the ancient Mediterranean were not, for the most part, the outsiders who knew no country's allegiance and were the enemies of civilization as they are frequently depicted in novels and other media. They were often employed (or at least encouraged) by one government against the interests of another and were relied upon for slaves by wealthy private citizens and governmental agencies..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Columns, Temple of Apollo, Side (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The restored Temple of Apollo, built in the 2nd half of the 2nd century CE in the Corinthian order, Side (Pamphylia, Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nymphaeum, Side (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Nymphaeum, Side, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Theatre, Side (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman Theatre at Side (Turkey) was built in the 2nd century, c. 175 CE. The theatre is the most complete ruin at Side which is the largest in the Roman style in the region. It could seat around 15,000 people."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Apollo, Side (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the 2nd century CE Temple of Apollo at Side (modern-day Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Paros (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Paros is an island in the Cyclades group in the central Aegean. It is the third largest island of the Cyclades and its position on important sea routes between mainland Greece and the coast of Asia Minor made it an important centre from the early Bronze Age through to Roman times. The island was also famous for the high quality of its marble which became a popular material for sculptors and architects..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Sculpture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Cycladic islands of the Aegean were first inhabited by voyagers from Asia Minor around 3000 BCE and a certain prosperity was achieved thanks to the wealth of natural resources on the islands such as gold, silver, copper, obsidian and marble. This prosperity allowed for a flourishing of the arts and the uniqueness of Cycladic art is perhaps best illustrated by their clean-lined and minimalistic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Figurine c. 2400 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble figurine from the Cycladic islands, c. 2400 BCE. The posture and incised details are typical of Cycladic sculpture and the swollen belly may suggest pregnancy. The function of the statues is unknown but they may represent a fertility deity. (J.Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, USA)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Geometric Amphora with Chariot Scene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A geometric amphora with a battle scene including a chariot. 8th century BCE. (Archaeological Museum of Paros, Greece)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gorgon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An Archaic marble statue of a Gorgon, the fearsome monster from Greek mythology of whom Medusa was the most famous. She holds a snake which is also wrapped around her waist and has a torso of scales. The statue dates from the mid-6th century BCE and is believed to be the first example of the monster as a statue. It was discovered on Paros in the Cyclades inside a building or sanctuary. (Archaeological..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nike (Winged Victory) of Samothrace, c. 190 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=TPM1LuW3Y5w Nike (Winged Victory) of Samothrace, Lartos marble (ship) and Parian marble (figure), c. 190 B.C.E. 3.28m high (Musée du Louvre, Paris). The sculpture was unearthed in 1863 after its discovery under the direction of Charles Champoiseau​, the French Vice-Consul to Turkey. Please note that the theoretical reconstruction of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Civilization (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Mycenaean civilization flourished in the Late Bronze Age (c. 1700-1100 BCE), peaking from the 15th to the 13th century BCE. The Mycenaeans extended their influence throughout the Peloponnese in Greece and across the Aegean from Crete to the Cycladic islands. They are named after their chief city of Mycenae in the Argolid of the northeast Peloponnese.

The Mycenaeans were influenced..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Clothing (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Greek clothing developed from the Minoan Civilization of Crete (2000-1450 BCE) through the Mycenean Civilization (1700-1100 BCE), Archaic Period (8th century to c. 480 BCE) and is most recognizable from the Classical Period (c. 480-323 BCE). The simplified fashion of the later periods recommended Greek garments to other cultures who adopted and used them widely. Generally speaking, most..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beauty in the Bronze Age - Minoan & Mycenaean Fashion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dress and appearance in Bronze Age Greece (c. 3100 BCE - c. 1100 BCE) played a part in defining gender roles and emphasising idealized beauty that planted the seed for modern-day standards. The Minoans turned the island of Crete into a Mediterranean powerhouse and dominated Aegean culture until around 1450 BCE when the Mycenaean civilization from the Greek mainland peaked and wrested control. Frescoes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The pottery of the Mycenaean civilization (1550-1050 BCE), although heavily influenced by the earlier Minoans based on Crete, nevertheless, added new pottery shapes to the existing range and achieved its own distinctive decorative style which was strikingly homogenous across Mycenaean Greece. Mycenaean wares typically display stylized representations of marine and plant life and show a fondness..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Island of Gla: A Mycenaean Mystery Solved? (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The island of Gla, an enigmatic Mycenaean citadel in the north-eastern corner of the Copais basin lies 70 miles north of Athens, in the region of Boeotia. Lake Copais was the largest lake in Greece until the late-19th century CE when it was drained to create land for cultivation. As the waters receded, however, the unexpected remains of ancient ditches and embankments emerged. Traversing the width..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans & Mycenaeans: Comparison of Two Bronze Age Civilisations (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age Aegean in the eastern Mediterranean encompassed several powerful entities: the Minoans on Crete; the Mycenaeans on mainland Greece, and the Cypriots on Cyprus. These cultures are often examined separately, and thus the ample cross-cultural transmission between them is overlooked. Focussing on the Minoans and Mycenaeans, although they are often perceived as one following after the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Artist's Impression of Mycenaean Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's Impression of Mycenaean warriors attacking an enemy city. The Mycenaean civilization flourished in the Mediterranean during the Late Bronze Age (c. 1700-1100 BCE), peaking from the 15th to the 13th century BCE. Created by Amplitude Studios for the video game Humankind."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze Tripod Cauldron, Mycenae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenaean bronze tripod cauldron (1180-1050 BCE), Mycenae. Archaeological Museum, Mycenae."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Death Mask of Agamemnon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The so-called death mask of Agamemnon - the king of Mycenae in Homer's Iliad. Gold funeral mask from Grave Circle A, Mycenae (mid-16th century BCE). The mask in fact predates Agamemnon by 400 years but nevertheless remains solid evidence of Homer's description of Mycenae as 'rich in gold'. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dendra: Chamber Tomb 12 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Chamber Tomb 12 at the site of Dendra, is most famous as being the tomb from where the Dendra Panoply came from, and like that panoply, dates to around the end of the 15th century BC. Unlike the rest of the chamber tombs at Dendra, this one is unique in not having a 'dromos' (a long narrow passage way) leading to the tomb proper, instead it had an entrance shaft. The roof of the chamber had collapsed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Grave Circle A, Mycenae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The royal grave circle within the walls of Mycenae (1600 BCE). It was in the shaft graves here that Heinrich Schliemann discovered in 1876 CE the famous gold death mask attributed (incorrectly) to King Agamemnon."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hagia Triada Minoan Settlement (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Minoan settlement of Hagia Triada archaeological site, Crete (1600-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hagia Triada Sarcophagus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hagia Triada sarcophagus is a Late Bronze Age (1400 BCE) 137 cm-long limestone sarcophagus covered in plaster and painted in fresco and combining features of Minoan and Mycenaean style. The painted frieze shows all the stages of the sacred ceremony which was performed at the burial of important personages. The dead person is depicted in front of his tomb receiving offerings of a boat and two..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Linear B Clay Tablet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Example of a Linear B clay tablet found at Knossos. It records quantities of oil apparently offered to various deities."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Linear B tablet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A sample of Linear B script. This piece contains information on the distribution of bovine, pig and deer hides to shoe and saddle-makers."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lyre Player and Bird Fresco (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco from the throne room of the Palace of Nestor at Pylos, often referred to as the 'Orpheus Fresco' depicts a seated lyre player and a bird in flight. It dates to c. 1300 BCE and this watercolour reconstruction was completed by Piet de Jong. The fresco is housed at the Archaeological Museum of Chora."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East, c. 1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East c. 1300 BCE, showing the period of Great Powers, with the six large kingdoms and empires (the Hittites, the Mycenaean Civilization, Assyria, Babylonia, Elam and the New Kingdom of Egypt) co-existing in relative stability. This is the period of diplomacy with has produced the Amarna Letters and the Treaty of Kadesh, the first recorded peace treaty in history..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Aegean Bronze Age Civilizations, c. 3000-1100 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Aegean world of the Bronze Age (c. 3000–1100 BCE) was shaped by shifting centers of power, interaction, and cultural exchange, most notably between the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations. The Minoans (c. 2000–1450 BCE), based on Crete, developed a maritime-oriented society characterized by extensive trade networks, complex palatial centers such as Knossos, and a high degree of artistic and administrative..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Citadel of Mycenae, occupied from late Neolithic times until the twelfth century BCE. The Mycenaean civilization was at its peak from 1350-1200 BCE and it is from this period that the fortifications acquired the form seen today."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Agora at Hagia Triada, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Agora (marketplace) at the Minoan settlement of Hagia Triada (Crete) belonging to the Mycenaean era (1400-1100 BCE) with eight spacious rooms, probably shops, arranged behind a portico."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Beaded Bracelet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A string of gold beads (1500-1350 BCE) from Mycenae. Nafplio Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Boar's Tusk Helmet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenaean boar's tusk helmet excavated from chamber tomb 515. A description of this type of helmet can be found in Homer's 'Iliad'. 14th - 13th cents. BCE. Currently housed at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Bronze Armour (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze armour and boar tusk helmet (15th century BCE) from a mycenaean cemetery in Dendra. Nafplio Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Death Mask (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold death mask from a Shaft Grave IV, Grave Circle A, Mycenae, 1600-1500 BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Engraved Gold Ring (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold ring from Mycenaean Tiryns, the largest such example. The engraved scene depicts lion-headed creatures in a religious procession carrying libation vases. On the left side is a seated goddess. 15th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Fresco (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenaean fresco from Mycenae (1250-1180 BCE). Archeaological Museum Mycenae."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Goddess (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Terracotta figure of a goddess, Medea. Tiryns, 13th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Gold Jewellery Pieces (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Strings of gold beads in the form of rosettes, papyrus and lillies from Mycenae area (14th century BCE). Nafplio Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Gold Sword Hilt (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean gold sword hilt with bronze blade. From a tomb in Skopelos, 15th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Jug (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenaean bridge-spouted jug displaying a Minoan influence (1500-1450 BCE). Found in the Kalkani tomb, Mycenae. Archaeological Museum Mycenae."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Krater With Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Large Mycenaean krater depicting men in full armour (helmet, cuirass, greaves, shield and spear) as they depart for war, a sack of supplies hanging from their spears. To the side a woman raises her hand in a farewell gesture. From the "House of the Warrior Vase" at Mycenae Acropolis. 12th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum of Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Lion Rhyton (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold rhyton in the form of a lion's head. From Grave Circle A, Mycenae, 16th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Marine Style Amphora (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean three-handled amphora imitating the Minoan Marine Style, 15th century BCE. From a cemetery in Argive Prosymna. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Octopus Brooch (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold Mycenaean brooch in the form of an octopus, Mycenae, mid 2nd millenium BCE. (Archaeological Museum, Mycenae)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Pottery Vessels from Jordan (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The term "Mycenaean" is derived from the site of Mycenae; it refers to the culture of Greece during the Middle and Late Bronze Ages. Mycenaean imports greatly increased around 1400 BCE and were mostly stirrup vessels, pyxides, and piriform jars. Mycenaean pots were prized for their high quality. They were decorated with simple geometric patterns painted while turning on the wheel, using paints that..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Rhyta (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Three conical shaped rhyta (1500-1450 BCE) Mycenae area, Nafplio Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Shield Fresco (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fragment from a fresco from the acropolis of Mycenae depicting the typical figure-of-eight shield design. 15th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Stemmed Cup (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean stemmed cup (1350-1300 BCE) in terracotta and depicting stylized seashells. (The Getty Villa, Malibu, USA)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Stirrup Jar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean terracotta stirrup jar, c. 1200 BCE. The name derives from the resemblance of the handle to a double stirrup. The handle is often decorated with a false spout whilst the true spout is to the side and separate from the handle. This form first appeared in Crete in the 16th century BCE but became popular with the Mycenaeans in the 14th century BCE and was the most commonly produced vessel..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Vase Decorated With An Octopus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean vase or krater depicting a stylized octopus (1400-1300 BCE). Provenance: Ialysos, Rhodes. (British Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Vase Decorated With Bulls & Birds (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean vase (1300-1200 BCE) in the pictorial style depicting stylized bulls and birds. From a tomb in Enkomi, Cyprus. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenaean warriors depicted on a krater from Mycenae known as the 'House of the Warrior Vase', 12th century BCE. 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Hamaxia (now known as Sinek Kalesi or Sinekkalesi, near the modern Alanya) was a city in western Cilicia in southern Turkey known for its lush landscape, cedar forests, and thriving timber export business. It was located on a high hill near to the city of Coracesium (modern Alanya) and its port was Aunesis on the coast of the Mediterranean. When the city was founded, how it developed, and when..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade has always been a vital aspect of any civilization whether at the local or international level. However many goods one has, whether as an individual, a community, or a country, there will always be something one lacks and will need to purchase through trade with another. Ancient Egypt was a country rich in many natural resources but still was not self-sufficient and so had to rely on trade..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in the Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Regional, inter-regional and international trade was a common feature of the Roman world. A mix of state control and a free market approach ensured goods produced in one location could be exported far and wide. Cereals, wine and olive oil, in particular, were exported in huge quantities whilst in the other direction came significant imports of precious metals, marble, and spices. Factors Driving..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Trading Ship (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Greek trading ship model, 4th century BCE Barcelona Archaeological Museum"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Regions of Ancient Anatolia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the regions of ancient Anatolia, circa 500 BC. Greek settlement areas are noted in italics."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Piraeus (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Piraeus (or Peiraieus) was the ancient port of Athens throughout the Archaic, Classical and Hellenistic periods and in fact consisted of three separate harbours - Kantharos, Zea, and Munichia. The first was the largest and used for commercial activity, whilst part of Kantharos and the other two smaller harbours were reserved for military use to house the massive Athenian fleet which allowed the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Travel in the Ancient Greek World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel opportunities within the ancient Greek world largely depended on status and profession; nevertheless, a significant proportion of the population could, and did, travel across the Mediterranean to sell their wares, skills, go on religious pilgrimage, see sporting events or even travel simply for the pleasure of seeing the magnificent sights of the ancient world. 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Corcyra (modern Corfu and also known as Kerkyra) located in the Ionian sea is one of the northern most Greek islands and was an important polis or city-state in the Archaic and Classical periods. Possessing a significant naval fleet and controlling access to the Adriatic, the island was often fought over by larger city-states such as Corinth and Athens in the Classical Period and was..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Visual Glossary of Classical Architecture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Abacus - a large slab placed above the column capital to support the architrave or an arch placed above it. Akroterion - a decorative piece added to the roof of a temple at the apex and corners, usually made of clay or bronze and often in the form of a palm or statue, for example of Nike. Adyton - the most sacred inner part of a temple, usually at the end of the cella furthest from the entrance..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although ancient Greek Society was dominated by the male citizen, with his full legal status, right to vote, hold public office, and own property, the social groups which made up the population of a typical Greek city-state or polis were remarkably diverse. Women, children, immigrants (both Greek and foreign), labourers, and slaves all had defined roles, but there was interaction (often illicit..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 3: From the Thirty Years Peace to the Start of the Ten Years War (445/4–431/0 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The third phase of the Delian League begins with the Thirty Years Peace between Athens and Sparta and ends with the start of the Ten Years War (445/4 – 431/0 BCE). The First Peloponnesian War, which effectively ended after the Battle of Coronea, and the Second Sacred War forced both the Spartans and Athenians to realize a new dualism..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Corcyra Bronze Coin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze coin from Corycra (Corfu), reign of Commodus, 180-192 CE. O: Head of Commodus. (R: Zeus)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Corcyra Silver Didrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver didrachm from Corcyra (Corfu), 229-48 BCE. O: Head of Dionysus. R: Pegasus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Corcyra Silver Drachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver drachm from Corcyra (Corfu), 229-48 BCE. O: Head of Dione. R: Pegasus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Corcyra Silver Hemidrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver hemidrachm from Corcyra (Corfu), 229-48 BCE. O: Pegasus. R: Head of Aphrodite."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Corcyra Silver Stater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver stater from Corcyra (Corfu), 500-450 BCE. O: Cow suckling its calf. R: Incuse square."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gorgon, Temple of Artemis, Corcyra (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the west pediment of the Temple of Artemis (c. 580 BCE), Corcyra. The central figure is the Gorgon Medusa who was to be slain by Perseus. She is here depicted in her role as Mistress of Animals and is flanked by leopards. The temple pediment is the earliest example from Greece which is carved in stone. (Archaeological Museum, Corfu Town, Corfu)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Butrint (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Butrint (ancient name Buthrotum) is located on the fertile coast of Epirus in present-day Albania and was an important settlement in Hellenistic and Roman times due to its position on the route from Italy to mainland Greece down the Ionian Sea, its safe anchorage, inland access via Lake Butrint and its proximity to Corcyra (Corfu). Butrint is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Greek Butrint

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Naxos, with an area of 430 km², is the largest island in the Cyclades archipelago. The island enjoyed its most prosperous periods in the early Bronze Age and again in the Archaic and Classical periods.

Naxos in Mythology

In certain versions of Greek mythology, no less a figure than Zeus himself was brought up on the island and he was worshipped there as Zeus Melosios, patron..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Sculpture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Cycladic islands of the Aegean were first inhabited by voyagers from Asia Minor around 3000 BCE and a certain prosperity was achieved thanks to the wealth of natural resources on the islands such as gold, silver, copper, obsidian and marble. This prosperity allowed for a flourishing of the arts and the uniqueness of Cycladic art is perhaps best illustrated by their clean-lined and minimalistic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Genocide in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Genocide is often viewed as a particular feature of our own current age. This perception largely stems from the terrible events which took place during World War Two in the 20th century CE in the parts of Europe occupied by the Nazis. However, there are certain occasions in the ancient world which could also be possibly considered as genocide. In considering genocide from an historical perspective..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 1: Origins Down to the Battle of Eurymedon (480/79-465/4 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The modern term Delian League refers to the primarily maritime συμμᾰχία or symmachy (offensive-defensive alliance) among various Greek poleis, which emerged after the second Mede invasion of the Hellenes (480-479 BCE), and dissolved when the Athenians surrendered to the Spartans at the end of the Peloponnesian War (404 BCE) – also called..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Figurine c. 2400 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble figurine from the Cycladic islands, c. 2400 BCE. The posture and incised details are typical of Cycladic sculpture and the swollen belly may suggest pregnancy. The function of the statues is unknown but they may represent a fertility deity. (J.Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, USA)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Figurines (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble figurines from Naxos in the Cyclades. The significance of the statues is not known for certain only that they were once painted and are generally found in a burial context across the Cyclades group. These examples date to between 2800 and 2300 BCE. (Archaeological Museum, Naxos)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Piglet-Shaped Vase (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An early-Cycladic vase in the form of a piglet. 2800-2300 BCE. (Archaeological Museum of Naxos, Greece)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lions of Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The marble lions of Delos. Originally there were as many as nine lions which lined the avenue leading from the sanctuary to the harbour of Skardanas. They were donated by the citizens of Naxos in the 7th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Naxian Sphinx of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Sphinx dedicated to the oracle of Delphi by the state of Naxos, c. 560 BCE. Originally, it was placed atop a 10 m tall Ionic column. (Delphi Archaeological Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Naxos Silver Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver tetradrachm from Naxos, Sicily, c. 460 BCE. O: Head of Dionysos. R: Ithyphallic Silenos holding a cantharus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Portara, Naxos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Portara of Naxos. The doorway leading from the prodromos to the cella of the 6th century BCE temple of Apollo. The doorway is 6m high and 3.5 m wide. The temple itself, as indicated by its surviving foundations, measured some 59 by 28 metres."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Glass Cup (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Roman glass drinking cup, 1st - 3rd century CE. The shape and carved horizontal handles are typical of glass drinking cups of this period and their use was widespread throughout the Empire, even by those of more modest means. (Naxos Archaeological Museum, Greece)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Glass Vase (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Roman glass vase dating from the 1st to 3rd century CE. Glass vessels were often decorated so as to imitate more expensive metalware. (Naxos Archaeological Museum, Greece)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Apollo, Naxos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the foundations, crepidoma and doorway leading from the prodromos to the cella of the 6th century BCE temple of Apollo on Naxos in the Cyclades. The doorway is 6m high and 3.5 m wide. The temple itself, as indicated by its surviving foundations, measured some 59 by 28 metres."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantium (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The ancient city of Byzantium was founded by Greek colonists from Megara around 657 BCE. According to the historian Tacitus, it was built on the European side of the Strait of Bosporus on the order of the “god of Delphi” who said to build “opposite the land of the blind”. This was in reference to the inhabitants of Chalcedon who had built their city on the eastern shore of the Strait; the west..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Hippodrome of Constantinople (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hippodrome of Constantinople was an arena used for chariot racing throughout the Byzantine period. First built during the reign of Roman emperor Septimius Severus in the early 3rd century CE, the structure was made more grandiose by emperor Constantine I in the 4th century CE. The Hippodrome was also used for other public events such as parades, public executions and the public shaming of enemies..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theodora: A True Heroine? (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Was Theodora I, the wife of Emperor Justinian of Byzantium (reigned 527 - 565 CE), a heroine? The historian Treadgold calls her a protectress of women, as she used her influence to help them gain rights. She is also seen in popular legend as a protector and defender of the poor and weak. Because she was a close collaborator, some even say a co-ruler, with her husband, it is extremely likely that..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze Coin of Byzantium (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze coin of Byzantium: Dolphin flanked by two tunny fish, 146-176 CE. (Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Bone Toy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This toy figure carved in bone dates to the 6th-9th century CE. Measures 60 x 26 x 7 mm. From an article by Alzahraa K. Ahmed, at https://www.metmuseum.org/exhibitions/listings/2012/byzantium-and-islam/blog/topical-essays/posts/family-and-children"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Child's Tunic with Hood (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Child's woolen tunic, dyed in purple, red-brown, and green, with decorative fringes, from Egypt, c. 600-900. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Coptic Spindle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Made in Byzantine Egypt between 580-640 CE, this wood and iron spindle measures 34.2 x 8.1 cm overall, with the whorl measuring 2.7 x 8.1 cm."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Discussion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of a discussion between a man and a woman in an ancient Byzantine church. Created by Amplitude Studios for the video game Humankind."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Egyptian Shoes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Dating between the 4th-7th centuries CE, these shoes feature gilded leather. Found near Panopolis (now Akhmim, Egypt). They measure 23.5 cm in length (Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Empress Irene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Depiction of Byzantine Empress Irene, the wife of Emperor John II (r. 1118-1143 CE) as found in the Hagia Sophia in modern-day Istanbul (previously Constantinople), Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Empress Zoe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mosaic from the Hagia Sophia in modern-day Istanbul (previously Constantinople), Turkey, depicting Zoe, empress of the Byzantine Empire from 1028-1050 CE. She was the daughter of Constantine VIII (r. 1025-1028 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Fortress of Ammaedara (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Byzantine fortress of Ammaedara, photograph by Carole Raddato, Haidra, Tunisia, 11 February, 2023. The impressive Byzantine fortress of Ammaedara (Haidra in modern-day Tunisia) was constructed in 550 CE. This fort is the largest of its kind in North Africa, measuring approximately 195 meters by 125 meters, with 10-meter-high walls, several towers, and a wall walk running along the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Funerary Stela (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Found in Egypt, this limestone funerary stela, dating to 6th or 7th century CE, depicting a cross above a dove. The Greek inscription reads, "Single God, helping Rachel". Measures 57.4 cm in height, 42.5 cm in width."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Hat Worn by John VIII (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This medal depicts John VIII Palaeologus during his visit to Ferrara in 1438 CE, as drawn by Pisanello. Extravagant hats were popular among Byzantine Royalty."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Jeweled Bracelet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold bracelet decorated with silver, pearls, amethyst, sapphire, glass, and quartz, 500-700. 3.8 x 8.2 cm. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Marriage Ring (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This Byzantine gold marriage ring dates to the 3rd to 4th centuries CE. The ring measures 56 mm in circumference and the bezel measures 10x10 mm. Weight: 4.5 grams. (Metropolitan Museum, New York)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Shoe Buckle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This shoe buckle, made of silver, dates to the 7th century CE. Measures 23 x 29 x 8 mm (Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Silver Censer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver censer made in Constantinople (now, Istanbul) between 602-610 CE. Found near Acheripoietos Monastery, Cyprus. Depicts Jesus Christ, Mary, and Saints Peter, Paul, John the Evangelist, and James, each in a border of palms. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Steelyard Rod with Weight (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Roman invention, the steelyard (or stilyard) balance employed sliding weights along an etched arm to determine the mass of goods, much like the modern beam balance. The Byzantine balance pictured dates from the 5th to 7th centuries CE. (Metropolitan Museum, New York)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Toy Horse (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This wooden toy horse dates to the 4th to 5th century CE. Measures 14 cm in length. Photo © Bibliotheca Alexandrina Antiquities Museum/Photo by Emad Omar. Used by permission."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion Statue from the Bucaleon Palace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Lion statue from the Monumental Gate of Bucaleon Palace. Culture: Byzantine, Period: Early Byzantine, Findspot: Catladikapi, Istanbul, Materials: Marble. (Istanbul Archaeological Museum)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Byzantine Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Topographical map of Constantinople during the Byzantine period. Main map source: R. Janin, Constantinople Byzantine. Developpement urbain et repertoire topographique. Road network and some other details based on Dumbarton Oaks Papers 54; data on many churches, especially unidentified ones, taken from the University of New York's The Byzantine Churches of Istanbul project. Other published maps and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Europe Before the Fall of Constantinople, c. 1450 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Around 1450 CE, Europe and the eastern Mediterranean stood at the intersection of declining medieval powers and emerging regional states. The Byzantine Empire had contracted principally to Constantinople and the Morea, while the Ottoman Empire under Murad II (reign 1421–1444; 1446–1451) dominated much of the Balkans and western Anatolia after victories at Varna (1444) and Kosovo (1448). In western..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Bulgarian Empire under Krum the Fearsome, 803-814 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the reign of Krum the Fearsome (Bulgarian: Крум Страшни), the ruler of Bulgaria from c. 800 to 814. Known for his formidable military campaigns, Krum doubled the size of medieval Bulgaria, extending its borders from the Dnieper to the Middle Danube and from the Tatra Mountains to Adrianople. After Charlemagne’s defeat of the Avar Khaganate in 803, the Bulgarians turned on the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Bulgarian Empire under Tsar Samuel (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "On 3 October 2026, Greece is handing over to Bulgaria the remains identified as those of Tsar Samuel (Samuil), ruler of Bulgaria from 997 to 1014. Discovered at the Basilica of St Achilles on Lake Prespa, they will travel from Thessaloniki to Sofia, bringing to a close more than six decades of efforts for their return. The rise and reign of Tsar Samuel of Bulgaria (effective rule c. 976–997..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Byzantine Empire, c.520 - 1204 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the shifting frontiers of the Byzantine Empire from the accession of Justinian I (reign circa 527 - 565) to the Fourth Crusade's sack of Constantinople in 1204, showing how the Greek-speaking eastern Roman state acted as both a military bulwark and a cultural bridge between medieval Europe and the Muslim world. Justinian’s armies briefly restored Roman Mediterranean unity..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the First Bulgarian Empire under Simeon the Great (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The First Bulgarian Empire under Simeon I the Great (893–927 CE) was the most powerful phase of medieval Bulgaria, shaped by the ruler’s ambition to claim imperial authority rivaling Byzantium. A union of Bulgars and Slavs that had adopted Christianity under Boris I in 864, Bulgaria expanded territorially and culturally during Simeon’s reign. Simeon was the first Bulgarian ruler to use the title..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Kingdom of the Vandals (435–534 CE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Kingdom of the Vandals and Alans (435–534 CE) emerged as one of the most significant post-Roman states in the western Mediterranean. Founded after the Vandals, a Germanic people originally from Central Europe, and the Alans, an Iranian-speaking Sarmatian group, migrated across Gaul and Iberia, it was established in North Africa under King Gaiseric (reign 428–477 CE). From their capital at Carthage..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Sassanid Empire c. 620 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Sasanian Empire (224–651 CE), known in Middle Persian sources as Ērānshahr (“Realm of the Iranians”), emerged as the final pre-Islamic Persian imperial state and a major power of Late Antiquity. Founded by Ardashir I (reign 224–242 CE) after the defeat of the Parthian Arsacid dynasty, the new regime sought to restore centralized authority across the Iranian plateau and Mesopotamia. Sasanian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Sultanate of Rum & Anatolia, c. 1200 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Seljuk Sultanate of Rum (1077–1308) emerged amid the political fragmentation of Anatolia following the Great Seljuk victory over the Byzantine Empire at the Battle of Manzikert (1071), which accelerated Turkic migration, settlement, and military expansion across the region. The name Rum, derived from “Rome,” reflected Seljuk rule over territories long associated with the medieval Eastern Roman..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Trade Networks in the Middle Ages, c. 1200 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "By the early 13th century (c. 1200 CE), long-distance trade networks across Eurasia and the Mediterranean had regained a level of interconnectivity not seen since late antiquity. After the political fragmentation that followed the fall of the Western Roman Empire (c. 476 CE), economic recovery, population growth, and institutional stabilization gradually revived exchange between Europe, the Islamic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Maria Palaiologina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This detail from a mosaic at Chora Church, Istanbul, depicts Maria Palaiologina. Also known as Mary of the Mongols, she was an illegitimate daughter of Michael VIII Palaiologos (reigned 1258-1282 CE). She married Abaqa Khan, and was highly influential among the Mongols. After Abaqa died, she was to marry Charbanda, a Mongolian prince. However, the arrangement didn't come to fruition. She subsequently..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pilgrim Token (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This terracotta pilgrim token features a saint flanked by angels; a monk holding a censer, and a palm branch. Made in Syria 6th-7th century CE. Measures 34.5 mm. British Museum, London"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Solidus of Heraclius (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Solidus depicting Heraclius, who reigned from 610 CE to 641 CE. Discovered in Qasr-i Abu Nasr (Iran), it is made of gold and measures 1.9 cm. (Metropolitan Museum, New York)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Steelyard Weight with a Bust of a Byzantine Empress (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Dating to 400-500 CE, this steelyard weight is made from copper alloy and filled with lead. It measures 24.2 x 11.5 x 7.1 cm and weighs 5664 grams. The hook is approximately 23 cm in length and weighs 176 grams. (Metropolitan Museum, New York)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chariot Race at the Hippodrome (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This is part of a sequence being prepared for the exhibition in Schallaburg, Austria which will begin on the 31st of March 2012. The original is in Full HD."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Forum of Constantine, Byzantium (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Forum of Constantine before Constantine's bronze statue fell down during the windstorm in 1106 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Porta Aurea, Byzantium (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Porta Aurea - Golden Gate, Byzantium. Rendered with Lumion. Can not be used without permission."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The New Roman Empire - Interview with Anthony Kaldellis (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A major new history of the eastern Roman Empire, from Constantine to 1453. In recent decades, the study of the Eastern Roman Empire, also known as Byzantium, has been revolutionized by new approaches and more sophisticated models for how its society and state operated. No longer looked upon as a pale facsimile of classical Rome, Byzantium is now considered a vigorous state of its own, inheritor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Total War History: The Theodosian Walls (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Amongst the most formidable structures ever built by the Romans would be the massive triple layered walls of Constantinople. Today we dive into the details of this superstructure! Sources: Uniforms of the Roman World by Kevin Kiley The End of Empire: Attila the Hun and the Fall of Rome by Christopher Kelly Music: "Triumph" - Epic Music "Becoming a Legend" - John Dreamer "Eternal Flame"..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of Plataea (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Battle of Plataea was a land battle between Greeks and Persians near the small town of Plataea in Boeotia in 479 BCE. Following up their naval victory at the Battle of Salamis in September 480 BCE against the same enemy, the Greeks again defeated an invading army sent by the Persian ruler Xerxes I (r. 486-465 BCE), this time thanks to their hoplite warriors. The victory ensured the continued..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 1: Origins Down to the Battle of Eurymedon (480/79-465/4 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The modern term Delian League refers to the primarily maritime συμμᾰχία or symmachy (offensive-defensive alliance) among various Greek poleis, which emerged after the second Mede invasion of the Hellenes (480-479 BCE), and dissolved when the Athenians surrendered to the Spartans at the end of the Peloponnesian War (404 BCE) – also called..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek Phalanx (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the most effective and enduring military formations in ancient warfare was that of the Greek phalanx. The age of the phalanx may be traced back to Sumeria in the 25th century BCE, through Egypt, and finally appearing in Greek literature through Homer in the 8th century BCE (and since has been generally associated with Greek warfare strategy, the name itself coming from the Greek word for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athenian Hoplites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 3D representation of Athenian hoplites in battle. The Gorgon device on the central figure's shield was a typical feature of Greek shield design. In Greek mythology the stare of the Gorgon Medusa was said to turn people to stone."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Attic Calyx-Krater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A black-figure Calyx-Krater from Attica, c. 530 BCE. 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(Forum Museum, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Funeral Stele of Artistion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble funeral stele depicting a hoplite soldier, signed by Aristokles (500 BCE), National Archaeological Museum, Athens."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greco-Persian Wars (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Greco-Persian Wars or Persian Wars were a series of battles in the 5th century BCE between Greece and Persia. This series of wars consisted of some famous battles; Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis and Plataea which resulted in a Greek victory."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Hoplite (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Modern illustration of a 4th century BCE Greek hoplite."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Illyrian Helmet from the Battle of Plataea (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This helmet, beaten from a single sheet of bronze, features hammered out (repoussé) ridges along the top. The Illyrian type is found in mainland Greece and former Yugoslavia, dating from the 6th to early 5th century BCE. It was reportedly discovered at the battlefield of Plataea (479 BCE) and is currently located in the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Canada."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Peltast (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A peltast was a type of Greek infantryman who was usually armed with a javelin and who carried a light shield. Originating from Thrace, the peltast was a common sight in Greek warfare during the Classical period and especially following the Peloponnesian War."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Persian Archers (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Persian Archers at Darius' palace at Susa. 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Armoured warriors equipped with shield and spear, known as Hoplites, were typical of ancient Greek warfare."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Wars: Ancient Greece vs. the Achaemenid Persian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Wars, also known as the Greco Persian Wars, were a series of battles fought between Ancient Greece and the Achaemenid Persian Empire in the 5th century BCE. The most famous of these battles are the Battle of Marathon, the Battle of Thermopylae, the Battle of Salamis and the Battle of Plataea. The beginning of the Persian Wars saw the Achaemenid Empire ruled by Darius the Great, and the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aryan (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Aryan is a designation originally meaning “civilized”, “noble”, or “free” without reference to any ethnicity. It was first applied as a self-identifying term by a migratory group of people from Central Asia later known as Indo-Iranians (who settled on the Iranian Plateau) and, later, applied to Indo-Aryans (who traveled south to settle northern India).

The word had no widespread..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etymology of the Name India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The name of India is a corruption of the word Sindhu. Neighbouring Arabs, Iranians uttered's' as 'h' and called this land Hindu. Greeks pronounced this name as Indus. Sindhu is the name of the Indus River, mentioned in the Rig-Veda, one of the oldest extant Indo-European texts, composed in the northwestern region of the Indian subcontinent roughly between 1700-1100 BC. There are strong linguistic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "An Essay on the Inequality of the Human Races (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Original edition of Arthur de Gobineau's (1816-1882 CE) An Essay on the Inequality of the Human Races. 1853 CE. Library of the National Museum of Natural History, Paris."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Indus Valley (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Indus Valley, looking towards Nimmu."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of India in the Vedic Age, 1500 BCE-500 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Vedic Age (c. 1500-500 BCE) marks a formative period in the history of the northern Indian subcontinent, bridging the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization (c. 1300 BCE) and the emergence of early states in the Gangetic plain. During this time, Indo-Aryan–speaking pastoral groups migrated and settled across northwestern and northern India, interacting with existing populations and gradually..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Introduction to the Indus Valley Civilization (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Introduction to the Indus Valley Civilization - who were they? Where was the Indus Valley? Why are we so interested in them? All of these questions and more will be answered in this video! The Indus Valley Civilization- named for the Indus River basin which supported it - was located in what is now modern-day Pakistan and Northwest India. It is often compared with the civilizations of Egypt and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gades (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Gades (modern-day Cadiz, Spain) was an ancient city located on the island of Erytheia, northwest of Gibraltar at the tip of the Iberian Peninsula and is believed to be one of the most ancient cities still standing in Western Europe. Although some sources place its founding by the Phoenicians of Tyre in the eighth century BCE, other historical records claim that the city was established earlier..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The society of Carthage was dominated by an aristocratic trading class who held all of the important political and religious positions, but below this strata was a cosmopolitan mix of artisans, labourers, mercenaries, slaves, and foreigners from across the Mediterranean. The city's population at its peak was somewhere around 400,000, and the international blend of skills and cultures was a recipe..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Trade (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Carthaginians, like their Phoenician forefathers, were highly successful traders who sailed the Mediterranean with their goods, and such was their success that Carthage became the richest city in the ancient world. Metals, foodstuffs, slaves, and high-quality manufactured goods such as fine cloths and gold jewellery were bought and sold to anyone who could afford them. The Carthaginians became..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle of Zama - The Beginning of Roman Conquest (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Battle of Zama (202 BCE) was the final engagement of the Second Punic War (218-202 BCE) at which Hannibal Barca of Carthage (l. 247-183 BCE) was defeated by Scipio Africanus of Rome (l. 236-183 BCE) ending the conflict in Rome's favor. The Second Punic War had begun when Hannibal attacked the city of Saguntum, a Roman ally, in Spain and continued with a number of stunning victories by Hannibal..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Price of Greed: Hannibal's Betrayal by Carthage (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Hannibal Barca (l. 247-183 BCE), the brilliant Carthaginian general of the Second Punic War (218-202 BCE), had the military talent, expertise, and skill to have won the conflict but was denied the resources by his government. The Carthaginian senate repeatedly refused Hannibal's requests for aid and supplies even as they were relying on him to win the war for them. This kind of selfish behavior..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in the Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Regional, inter-regional and international trade was a common feature of the Roman world. A mix of state control and a free market approach ensured goods produced in one location could be exported far and wide. Cereals, wine and olive oil, in particular, were exported in huge quantities whilst in the other direction came significant imports of precious metals, marble, and spices. Factors Driving..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bust Formerly Attributed to Scipio Africanus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This bust is at the National Archeological Museum in Naples, Italy. It was excavated in the Villa dei Papirii in Herculaneum and was thought to depict Scipio Africanus the Elder. However, this hypothesis has been discarded, and the bust is now thought to depict a private individual."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman theatre, Gades (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the 1st century BCE Roman theatre of Gades (Cadiz, Spain)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Antioch (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Antioch or Antiochia was an ancient city located on the Orontes River near the Amanus Mountains in Syria. The “land of four cities” - Seleucia, Apamea, Laodicea, and Antiochia - was founded by Seleucus I Nicator (Victor) between 301 and 299 BCE. Some credit the city's initial founding as Antigoneia to Antigonus I the One-Eyed who lost the area to Seleucus after the Battle of Ipsus in 301 BCE..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aureus from Antioch (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold aureus from Antioch depicting Roman emperor Diocletian (r. 284-305 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Zeus Chrysaoreus, Caria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Zeus Chrysaoreus (Zeus of the Golden sword) in Alabanda (or Antiochia of the Chrysaorians), an ancient city of Caria in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). The temple was built in the 3rd century BCE. It is Doric with a peripteral plan with 6 columns on its short side and 11 columns on its long side and comprised a pronaos and a cella."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tyche of Antioch (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Tyche of Antioch, Roman copy after a Greek bronze original of the 3rd century BCE by the sculptor Eutychides of Sikyon. The city of Antioch on the Orontes is identified with Tyche, goddess of fortune and protector of the town. She is represented seated on a rock, wearing a crown with crenelated towers. At her feet a swimming figure emerges from the waves. It is the personification of the river..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Caesarea (North Africa) (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Caesarea was actually the name of three separate cities: one in Palestine, one in Cappadocia (Asia Minor), and one in Mauretania, present-day Algeria. The first city, Caesarea Maritima, was built by Herod around 25 BCE and, like the other two cities, was named for Roman emperor Augustus (r. 27 BCE to 14 CE). It served as an administrative capital for the province, and in the 1st century CE, Emperor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Splendours of Roman Algeria (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Algeria, Africa's largest country, stretches from the Mediterranean coastline to the Saharan desert interior. The country has some of the finest and most diverse Roman sites, including Timgad and Djémila, both well-preserved and UNESCO-listed. Off-limits for decades, Algeria is becoming many Western travellers' favourite North African destination and a paradise for history buffs. A Short Introduction..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Theatre of Iol Caesarea, Algeria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient Theatre of Iol Caesarea (modern Cherchell in Algeria) was probably built during the time of Juba II (c. 48 BCE-23 CE). The orchestra was modified towards the end of the 2nd century CE or the beginning of the 3rd century CE to accommodate gladiatorial combats. The theatre's cavea was composed of 27 seats for 5000 spectators. When the building was converted into an amphitheatre, the five..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bust of Juba II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Portrait head of Juba II (c. 48 BCE to 23 CE), found in the East Baths of Caesarea Mauretaniae (Cherchell, Algeria), dated to the royal period, 1st century BCE to 1st century CE. Archaeological Museum of Cherchell (Musée public national de Cherchell), Algeria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cleopatra Selene II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Portrait head of Cleopatra Selene II (40 to c. 5 BCE), daughter of the Egyptian queen Cleopatra VII who became the queen of Mauretania upon her marriage to King Juba II of Numidia (48 BCE to 23 CE). Archaeological Museum of Cherchell (Musée public national de Cherchell), Algeria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Aqueduct, Caesarea (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman aqueduct of Caesarea Palestina."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Juba II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue of Juba II (c. 48 BCE-23 CE), represented as a Greek hero, found in the West Baths of Caesarea Mauretaniae (Cherchell, Algeria), dated to the royal period, 1st-century BCE-1st century CE. Archaeological Museum of Cherchell (Musée public national de Cherchell), Algeria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthago Nova (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Carthago Nova (modern-day Cartagena) was a city on the southern Iberian Peninsula, Spain, originally known as Mastia. Human habitation of the region predates the Neolithic Period, but the area around the site of Carthago Nova seems to have been sparsely populated until after the Bronze Age when a port city was built on a peninsula jutting into the Mediterranean Sea.

The 4th-century..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The society of Carthage was dominated by an aristocratic trading class who held all of the important political and religious positions, but below this strata was a cosmopolitan mix of artisans, labourers, mercenaries, slaves, and foreigners from across the Mediterranean. The city's population at its peak was somewhere around 400,000, and the international blend of skills and cultures was a recipe..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Trade (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Carthaginians, like their Phoenician forefathers, were highly successful traders who sailed the Mediterranean with their goods, and such was their success that Carthage became the richest city in the ancient world. 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Agrigento (Greek: Akragas, Latin: Agrigentum) was a Greek-founded city-state located on the south coast of Sicily near the river Akragas (now S. Biagio) just 5 km from the sea. At its peak, the city may have had as many as 300,000 inhabitants, and it was enclosed by over 12 km of fortification walls which included nine gates. The prosperity of Agrigento is attested by the magnificent 5th-century..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although ancient Greek Society was dominated by the male citizen, with his full legal status, right to vote, hold public office, and own property, the social groups which made up the population of a typical Greek city-state or polis were remarkably diverse. 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There were 38 such figures incorporated into the architecture of the building and each stood 7.6 metres tall. (Archaeological Museum, Agrigento, Sicily)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Doric Temple of Juno, Agrigento (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Doric temple attributed to Juno Lacinia but dating from c. 450 BCE, Agrigento, Sicily. The columns are a good example of entasis - the thickening at the base and centre of columns to give the optical illusion of being perfectly perpendicular when seen from a distance."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold & Garnet Ring, Agrigento (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold and garnet ring from Agrigento, Sicily, 3rd century BCE. (Archaeological Museum of Agrigento)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Hair Ornament (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold hair ornament from Agrigento, Sicily, 3rd century BCE. The central medallion depicts Medusa. Archaeological Museum of Agrigento."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kouros (The Agrigento Youth) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The kouros known as 'The Agrigento Youth', marble, c. 480 BCE, from Agrigento, Sicily. (Archaeological Museum of Agrigento)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mourning Scene, Roman Sarcophagus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A scene of mourning from a Roman child's sarcophagus. Marble, 2nd century CE, Roman cemetery at Agrigento, Sicily."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scylla, Agrigento Coin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A silver coin from Agrigento depicting Scylla the monster from Greek mythology thought to inhabit the straits between Sicily and the Italian mainland. 5th century BCE. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Concordia, Agrigento (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Concordia, Agrigento, Sicily. The temple, in Doric style, was constructed between 440 and 430 BCE and had 6 columns on the facade and 13 along the sides. It is one of the best preserved Greek style temples in the Mediterranean."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Hercules, Agrigento (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remaining columns of the Temple of Hercules, Agrigento, Sicily. Built in the 6th century BCE, the temple originally had 6 columns on each facade and 15 along the sides."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Juno, Agrigento (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Juno (Hera) at Agrigento, Sicily. The Doric temple was not in fact dedicated to Juno and acquired the name due to an error by a Latin author. Built between 450 and 440 BCE, the temple once had six columns on each facade and 13 along the long sides."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of the Dioscuri, Agrigento (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the Temple of the Dioscuri (Castor & Pollux), Agrigento, Sicily. The Doric temple, built between 480 and 460 BCE, originally had 6 columns on each facade and 13 along the longer sides."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Zeus Model, Agrigento (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A model of the temple of Zeus, Agrigento. One of the largest in the ancient world, the temple was constructed in the 480s BCE. It measured around 113 x 56 metres and stood on a five-step base, it was 33 metres high. (Archaeological Museum of Agrigento, Sicily)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS : Ancient Greece in Italy (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A look at Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Greece in Italy. Nearly 2800 years ago, a group of Greek settlers landed on the coast of Italy. That event marked the start the process which created Magna Graecia, named after the motherland. Join us as we walk through the streets of Cumae, Pasteum, Puteoli, and Neapolis, reconstructed using the most advanced computer graphics. Part 2 starts at 25.42..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Area of Agrigento (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Founded as a Greek colony in the 6th century B.C., Agrigento became one of the leading cities in the Mediterranean world. Its supremacy and pride are demonstrated by the remains of the magnificent Doric temples that dominate the ancient town, much of which still lies intact under today's fields and orchards. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/831/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aegean (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Aegean Sea lies between the coast of Greece and Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). It contains over 2,000 islands which were settled by the ancient Greeks; the largest among them being Crete (Kriti) and the best known and most often photographed Santorini (Thera or Thira). Both of these islands have strong associations with ancient history and Greek mythology in that Crete features significantly..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Akrotiri Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age frescoes from Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (modern-day Santorini) provide some of the most famous images from the ancient Greek world. Sometime between 1650 and 1550 BCE Thera suffered a devastating earthquake which destroyed the town, and this catastrophe was soon followed by a volcanic eruption which covered the settlement of Akrotiri in metres-thick layers of pumice and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Sculpture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Cycladic islands of the Aegean were first inhabited by voyagers from Asia Minor around 3000 BCE and a certain prosperity was achieved thanks to the wealth of natural resources on the islands such as gold, silver, copper, obsidian and marble. This prosperity allowed for a flourishing of the arts and the uniqueness of Cycladic art is perhaps best illustrated by their clean-lined and minimalistic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Swallow's Dance by Wendy Orr (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In this interview, Ancient History Encyclopedia is speaking with Wendy Orr, the rather prolific author of numerous books who has recently published the book Swallow's Dance. It is a book of historical fiction set in the Bronze Age Aegean that we think is going to be of great interest to our readers here at Ancient History Encyclopedia. Jan van der Crabben (AHE): Could you tell me a little bit about..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Frescoes are the source of some of the most striking imagery handed down to us from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE). Further, without written records, they are often the only source, along with decorated pottery, of just how the world appeared to the Minoans and give us tantalizing glimpses of their beliefs, cultural practices and aesthetic tastes. Techniques & Colours..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Jewellery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The jewellery of the Minoan civilization based on Bronze Age Crete demonstrates, as with other Minoan visual art forms, not only a sophisticated technological knowledge (in this case of metalwork) and an ingenuity of design but also a joy in vibrantly representing nature and a love of flowing, expressive, shapes and forms. Materials & Technology Initially influenced technically and artistically..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ever evolving pottery from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE) demonstrates, perhaps better than any other medium, not only the Minoan joy in animal, sea and plant life but also their delight in flowing, naturalistic shapes and design. Kamares Style Following on from the pre-palatial styles of Vasiliki (with surfaces decorated in mottled red and black) and Barbotine..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The pottery of the Mycenaean civilization (1550-1050 BCE), although heavily influenced by the earlier Minoans based on Crete, nevertheless, added new pottery shapes to the existing range and achieved its own distinctive decorative style which was strikingly homogenous across Mycenaean Greece. Mycenaean wares typically display stylized representations of marine and plant life and show a fondness..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 6: The Decelean War and the Fall of Athens (413/2-404/3 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The sixth and last phase of the Delian League begins with the Decelean War, also referred to as the Ionian War, and ends with the surrender of Athens (413/2 – 404/3 BCE). The final nine years of the Delian League became the most chaotic for the alliance as a whole. It suffered repeating reversals in fortune, while actual control of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Island Kingdom of Aegina: The Old Gods Still Whisper Their Truths (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Today, traveling an hour by ferry from Piraeus, the port of Athens, the first remnant of Aegina's great past a visitor will see is the lonely pillar of Apollo rising from the trees on the hill of Kolona. Once a splendid complex of three buildings (the Temple of Apollo itself rose on eleven large pillars and six smaller ones) and a cemetery (in which a large collection of gold and jewelry was found..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans & Mycenaeans: Comparison of Two Bronze Age Civilisations (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age Aegean in the eastern Mediterranean encompassed several powerful entities: the Minoans on Crete; the Mycenaeans on mainland Greece, and the Cypriots on Cyprus. These cultures are often examined separately, and thus the ample cross-cultural transmission between them is overlooked. Focussing on the Minoans and Mycenaeans, although they are often perceived as one following after the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenicians - Master Mariners (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Driven by their desire for trade and the acquisition of such commodities as silver from Spain, gold from Africa, and tin from the Scilly Isles, the Phoenicians sailed far and wide, even beyond the Mediterranean's traditional safe limits of the Pillars of Hercules and into the Atlantic. They were credited with many important nautical inventions and firmly established a reputation as the greatest..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theseus & the Minotaur: More than a Myth? (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Until Sir Arthur Evans unearthed the palace of Knossos, the half-man-half bull killed by Theseus was considered just a popular legend; archaeology changed that perception. King Minos, of Crete, fought hard with his brother to ascend the throne and, having won the kingship and exiled his brother, prayed to the god of the sea, Poseidon, for a snow white bull as a sign of the god's approval. Minos..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Figurine c. 2400 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble figurine from the Cycladic islands, c. 2400 BCE. The posture and incised details are typical of Cycladic sculpture and the swollen belly may suggest pregnancy. The function of the statues is unknown but they may represent a fertility deity. (J.Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, USA)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Harp Player Figurine (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 28cm high, marble harp player from the Cycladic islands, 2700-2300 BCE. It is one of the earliest representations of a musician from the Bronze Age Aegean. (J.Paul Getty museum, Malibu, USA)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Head Sculpture (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble head from a large Cycladic figure sculpture, 2600-2500 BCE. The head shows traces of pigment on the forehead - probably a diadem - and the nose and cheeks. (J.Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, USA)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dolphin Fresco, Knossos, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the dolphin fresco, the Minoan palace of Knossos, Crete, (1700-1450 BCE)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Early Cycladic Figurines (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Early Cycladic 'violin' figurines in marble, 3200-2800 BCE. The figurines represent a squatting female figure but their exact significance is not known. Most probably they represent a female fertility deity. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fisherman Fresco, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Fisherman Fresco from Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (Santorini). The male may actually be a youth offering fish as part of a religious ceremony rather than a fisherman. From Room 5 of the West House, c. 17th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greco-Persian Wars (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Greco-Persian Wars or Persian Wars were a series of battles in the 5th century BCE between Greece and Persia. This series of wars consisted of some famous battles; Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis and Plataea which resulted in a Greek victory."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Griffin Fresco, Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The griffin fresco in situ, Minoan palace of Knossos, Crete, (1700-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete, probably the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization and culture. It is a popular tourist destination today, as it is near the main city of Heraklion and has been substantially if imaginatively "rebuilt", making the site accessible to the casual visitor in a way that a field of unmarked ruins is not."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Archaic Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the political structure of Greece in the Archaic Age (ca. 750 - 490 BC)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Minoan Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Minoan Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Settlement & Mobility in the Aegean, c. 1100-550 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The collapse of the Mycenaean palatial system (c. 1200–1100 BCE) initiated a prolonged period of demographic, political, and cultural reorganization across the Aegean. During the Early Iron Age (c. 1100–800 BCE), centralized authority weakened, settlements fragmented or relocated, and populations gradually redistributed across the mainland, Aegean islands, and western Anatolia. Later Hellenic traditions..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Aegean Bronze Age Civilizations, c. 3000-1100 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Aegean world of the Bronze Age (c. 3000–1100 BCE) was shaped by shifting centers of power, interaction, and cultural exchange, most notably between the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations. The Minoans (c. 2000–1450 BCE), based on Crete, developed a maritime-oriented society characterized by extensive trade networks, complex palatial centers such as Knossos, and a high degree of artistic and administrative..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Battlefield of the Trojan War c. 1200 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The battlefield traditionally associated with the Trojan War is described in the Iliad, attributed to Homer (traditionally dated c. 8th century BCE). The narrative situates the conflict between the Achaean coalition and the defenders of Troy on the coastal plain below the fortified city, widely identified with the archaeological site of Troy (Hisarlık) in northwestern Anatolia, near the Dardanelles..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Greek City-states c. 500 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the city-states of Classical Greece around 500 BCE, highlighting the rise of the polis system and the growing reach of Hellenic influence along the Mediterranean and Black Sea coasts. 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Motivated by a combination of economic ambition, nationalist aspiration, and geopolitical rivalry, Italy’s colonial ventures were also a means of overcoming feelings of inferiority compared to..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Late Bronze Age Mediterranean Trade Networks (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Between c. 1400 and 1200 BCE, the eastern Mediterranean and Aegean formed a densely interconnected system of exchange linking the Mycenaean palace states, New Kingdom Egypt, the Hittite Empire, Cyprus, Levantine city-states such as Ugarit, and kingdoms farther east in Mesopotamia. Maritime and overland routes carried copper from Cyprus, tin needed for bronze production, grain, timber, textiles..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Latin Empire: A Crusader State in Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Imperium Romaniae, commonly known as the Latin Empire (1204–1261), emerged from the upheaval of the Fourth Crusade (1202–1204), when Western European forces captured and sacked Constantinople in 1204. This event brought an abrupt end to Byzantine rule in the capital and replaced it with a Latin Christian regime intended to extend Western influence over former Eastern Roman territories. The new..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Macedonian Kingdom at Philip II's Death c.336 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "At the time of Philip II’s death (reign 359–336 BCE), the Kingdom of Macedon had emerged as the dominant power in the Hellenic world. Through sustained military reform, most notably the development of the Macedonian phalanx, and a combination of diplomacy, coercion, and alliance-building, Philip transformed a previously peripheral kingdom into a hegemonic force. His decisive victory at the Battle..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Bull Leaping (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco showing bull leaping, Minoan Knossos (Final Palatial period 1450-1400 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Vase Decorated With An Octopus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean vase or krater depicting a stylized octopus (1400-1300 BCE). Provenance: Ialysos, Rhodes. (British Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Vase Decorated With Bulls & Birds (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Mycenaean vase (1300-1200 BCE) in the pictorial style depicting stylized bulls and birds. From a tomb in Enkomi, Cyprus. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Rule in Thrace, c. 200 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman province of Thrace, formally annexed in 46 CE, was a strategically important region of the Roman Empire by 200 CE. Situated in southeastern Europe (modern-day Bulgaria, northeastern Greece, and European Turkey), Thrace's fertile plains supported a strong agrarian economy, producing grain, wine, and livestock. Its mountains yielded valuable minerals. Key cities served as centers of commerce..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Archaic Thera (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of Archaic Thera on Santorini, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ship Procession Fresco, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze Age fresco of a ship procession from Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (modern-day Santorini). From Room 5 of the West House, c. 2000-1500 BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Some Active Trade Routes in the Bronze Age Mediterranean (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map detailing some of the active maritime trade routes in the Aegean during the Middle and Late Bronze Age."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Beginnings of Historic Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Beginnings of Historic Greece. 700 - 600 B.C."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Akrotiri and the Eruption of Thera: The Pompeii of the Aegean (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Often referred to as the Pompeii of the Aegean, Akrotiri is a settlement that was completely covered by pumice after the eruption of Thera in the late 17th / early 16th century BCE. Thera, the name of both the island and the volcano erupted and conserved the site, much like the site of Pompeii after the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE. Unlike Pompeii though, no human remains were found on Akrotiri..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dragonfly Song // An Interview with Author Wendy Orr (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dragonfly Song, a middle-grade novel by Wendy Orr is set during the Bronze Age in the Aegean. Working with both archaeological evidence, research and her own imagination, Wendy has produced a brilliant book and in this interview, we chat about her experiences on Crete, her inspiration for the novel and the weaving of history, imagination and myth as well as verse and prose."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Swallow's Dance // An Interview with Author Wendy Orr (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Swallow's Dance by Wendy Orr is a beautiful portrait of the Aegean Bronze Age set during the time of the Theran eruption through the eyes of a young girl. This interview with our CEO Jan van der Crabben and author Wendy Orr discusses Wendy's fascination with the Minoans, Akrotiri and the Bronze Age Aegean, and how her visit to Santorini and Crete influenced her writing."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans and Mycenaeans: Civilizations of the Bronze Age Aegean (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Minoans and the Mycenaeans were both powerful civilizations of the Bronze Age Aegean, and often they are through to follow one after the other. However, this comparison video will detail through some of the similarities and differences between the Minoans and Mycenaeans, and the transmission of culture, practices and art which occurred between the two groups. The Palace of Knossos is the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Salona (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Salona was an ancient city located at the estuary of the river Jadro in present-day Solin, a suburb of Split on the Adriatic coast of Croatia. It became the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia in 9 CE.

Before the Romans Salona was a settlement of the Dalmatean, an Illyrian people who lived on the shore of the Adriatic. During the 3rd century BCE, Greek colonists from the island..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Amphitheatre, Salona (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the amphitheatre of Salona (Solin, Croatia), erected in the latter half of the 2nd century (c. 170 CE). The fights in the arena could be watched by some 17,000 spectators."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Salona Amphitheatre, Croatia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the amphitheatre of Salona (Solin, Croatia), erected in the latter half of the 2nd century (c. 170 CE). The fights in the arena could be watched by some 17,000 spectators."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ostia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Ostia (or Ostia Antica) lies 15 km from the city of Rome for which it served as the city's principal port and harbour throughout antiquity. The name derives from 'os' or 'ostium' which means 'mouth' and refers to the city's location at the mouth of the river Tiber. Although originally situated at the mouth of the river, because of silting, it is now some 3 km east of the present river mouth although..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Food in the Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient Mediterranean diet revolved around four staples, which, even today, continue to dominate restaurant menus and kitchen tables: cereals, vegetables, olive oil and wine. Seafood, cheese, eggs, meat and many types of fruit were also available to those who could afford it. 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However, plain glass vessels such as cups, bowls, plates, and bottles were also used as everyday containers, in particular, for storing and serving food and drinks. Glass was also used by the Romans for its decorative qualities and could..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Mosaics (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman mosaics were a common feature of private homes and public buildings across the empire from Africa to Antioch. Not only are mosaics beautiful works of art in themselves but they are also an invaluable record of such everyday items as clothes, food, tools, weapons, flora and fauna. They also reveal much about Roman activities like gladiator contests, sports, agriculture, hunting and sometimes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Roads (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Romans built roads over ancient routes and created a huge number of new ones. Engineers were audacious in their plans to join one point to another in as direct a line as possible whatever the difficulties in geography and costs. Consequently, many of the Romans’ long straight roads across their empire have become famous names in their own right. Roman roads included bridges, tunnels, viaducts..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Wall Painting (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The interiors of Roman buildings of all description were very frequently sumptuously decorated using bold colours and designs. Wall paintings, fresco and the use of stucco to create relief effects were all commonly used by the 1st century BCE in public buildings, private homes, temples, tombs and even military structures across the Roman world. Designs could range from intricate realistic detail..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Slavery in the Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Slavery was an ever-present feature of the Roman world. Slaves served in households, agriculture, mines, the military, workshops, construction and many services. As many as 1 in 3 of the population in Italy or 1 in 5 across the empire were slaves and upon this foundation of forced labour was built the entire edifice of the Roman state. Slavery as An Accepted Reality Slavery, that is complete..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Role of Women in the Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The exact role and status of women in the Roman world, and indeed in most ancient societies, has often been obscured by the biases of both ancient male writers and 19-20th century CE male scholars, a situation only relatively recently redressed by modern scholarship which has sought to more objectively assess women's status, rights, duties, representation in the arts, and daily lives; and all this..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in the Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Regional, inter-regional and international trade was a common feature of the Roman world. A mix of state control and a free market approach ensured goods produced in one location could be exported far and wide. Cereals, wine and olive oil, in particular, were exported in huge quantities whilst in the other direction came significant imports of precious metals, marble, and spices. Factors Driving..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander Severus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Portrait of Roman Emperor Alexander Severus (reign: 222 – 235 CE), from Ostia Antica. (Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Elephant Mosaic from Ostia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Black-and-white mosaic with an elephant in the Piazzale delle Corporazioni (Square of the Corporations) at Ostia Antica, Italy. The inscription as well as the elephant show that merchants from Sabrata (Libya) traded in wild animals and/or ivory."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Empress Julia Domna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue of Empress Julia Domna (wife of Septimius Severus) as Ceres, from the Portico of the Fountain with oil-lamp, 3rd century CE, Ostia Antica."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Empress Sabina, Ostia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A portrait of the Empress Sabina, wife of Roman emperor Hadrian. The portrait was carved around 117-118 CE and comes from Ostia. (Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Copenhagen)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco of a Charioteer from the Green Faction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco of a charioteer from the green faction holding a crown and a palm branch, the symbols of victory, from the Antonine period (mid-2nd century CE). Caseggiato degli Aurighi (Building of the Charioteers) in Ostia Antica."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Horrea Epagathiana, Ostia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The main entrance of the 2nd century CE Horrea Epagathiana, Ostia. Horrea were used to store huge quantities of foodstuffs such as grain, however, the large number of locks found at the site suggest this particular building was used to store more valuable objects."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Olive Oil Amphora From Africa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Olive oil amphora from Africa and found at Ostia. 3rd century CE. Museo delle Navi Romane di Fiumicino. (National Maritime Museum, Sydney Australia) This amphora is stamped with its place of manufacture; Sullechtum in the Roman province of Africa, roughly modern Tunisia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ostia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Ostia Antica, the ancient port of Rome, at the mouth of the Tiber River."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Latrine, Ostia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The communal latrine at Ostia. This public latrine (forica) was installed near the Forum Baths, perhaps when the Baths themselves were repaired in the Late Empire (4th century CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Plate with Fruit Seeds (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A plate containing fruit seeds. Ostia, 4th century CE. Museo delle Navi Romane di Fiumicino, (National Maritime Museum, Sydney Australia) Found on one of the ships excavated at Portus, the plate was made in the Roman province of Africa (Tunisia), which became a major supplier of food to Rome in the 4th century CE. The fruit was most likely imported from there."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Shop Fronts, Ostia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A row of shop fronts (botteghe) on via dei Balconi, in the Roman port town of Ostia, late 1st-early 2nd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scylla Marble Statue (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble statue of Scylla, a monstrous sea goddess who haunted the rocks of a narrow strait opposite the whirlpool daemon Charybdis (Kharybdis). Ships that sailed too close to her rocks would lose six men to her ravenous, darting heads. The statue was found in the Nymphaeum of the theatre at Ostia Antica (Italy)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Cupid and Psyche (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of a marble statue of Cupid and Psyche from the Domus of Cupid and Psyche in Ostia Antica, Italy. The statue was made at the time the house was built, in the second quarter of the 4th century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of tauroctony (Mithras slaying the bull) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue of tauroctony depicting Mithras about to kill the bull, found in situ resting on a masonry base in the Mithraneum of the Baths of Mithras, 1st century CE, Ostia Antica (Italy)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thalia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In ancient mythology, Thalia was one of the 9 Muses. The Muses were female companions of the god Apollo and devoted to the arts and sciences. Although Thalia was associated with comedy, Roman poets described her as graceful and tender. This skillfully carved marble statue beautifully captures her spirit. The ivy wreath and shepherd's crook symbolize Thalia's connection with the countryside. Her..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ostia Antica, Italy: Peek Into Ancient Rome (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More info about travel to Rome: https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/ita... The ruins at Ostia Antica in Italy rival those of Pompeii, and are just a half-hour train ride from downtown Rome. There's lots to learn about ancient Roman lifestyles at this well-preserved site. At http://www.ricksteves.com, you'll find money-saving travel tips, small-group tours, guidebooks, TV shows, radio programs..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pinson Mounds (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Pinson Mounds are a State Archeological Park in Madison County, Tennessee, USA enclosing a prehistoric Native American religious site comprising earthen mounds built during the Middle Woodland Period (c. 200 BCE - 500 CE). Although there may originally have been more, the site presently includes 15 large earthen mounds ranging up to 72 feet (22 m) in height.

The largest of the mounds..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ten Great Native American Mound Sites (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Native Americans of Pre-Colonial North America built thousands of mounds across the continent which served various purposes and sometimes reached heights over 100 feet. Many of the mound sites were thriving urban centers – such as Cahokia in Illinois – while others seem to have served strictly religious/ritualistic purposes, as in the case of Pinson Mounds in Tennessee. European settlers..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sauls Mound (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sauls Mound is arranged so that its corners are arranged in the four cardinal directions. It is believed to have some ceremonial function, and likely has a central role in the Woodland People's religious cosmology. Pinson Mounds State Archeological Area, Pinson, Tennessee."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ur (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Ur was a city in the region of Sumer, in southern Mesopotamia, and its ruins lie in what is modern-day Tell el-Muqayyar, Iraq. According to biblical tradition, the city is named after the man who founded the first settlement there, Ur, though this has been challenged. The city is famous for its biblical associations and as an ancient trade center.

The city's other biblical link is to..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "12 Great Cities of Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The great cities of Mesopotamia ("the land between two rivers") developed prior to the late 4th millennium BCE along two rivers – the Tigris and Euphrates – and were fully established by the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900 to circa 2350/2334 BCE). Many of these cities became famous in their own time, and among these are the twelve below. The dates of their approximate founding follow the names..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Gift from King Shulgi: A Pair of Gold Earrings (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold is a treasure, and he who possesses it does all he wishes to in this world, and succeeds in helping souls into paradise. Christopher Columbus. On June 22, 2005, the Sulaymaniyah Museum of Iraqi Kurdistan purchased a pair of gold earrings and on the same day these jewellery items received a registration number of “SM 2892“. They cost the bargain price of 7,000.00 USD. Both earrings weigh..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Daily Life in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Daily life in ancient Mesopotamia cannot be described in the same way one would describe life in ancient Rome or Greece. Mesopotamia was never a single, unified civilization, not even under the Akkadian Empire of Sargon of Akkad (the Great, reign 2334-2279 BCE). The region was comprised of many ethnicities and kingdoms that differed significantly from each other. Generally speaking, though, from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Enheduanna - Poet, Priestess, Empire Builder (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Enheduanna (circa 2300 BCE) is the world's first author and was the daughter (either literally or figuratively) of the great empire-builder Sargon of Akkad (reign 2334-2279 BCE). Her name translates from the Akkadian as "high priestess of An", the god of the sky or heaven, though the name "An" could also refer to the moon god Nanna (also known as Su'en/Sin) as in the translation, "en-priestess..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Inanna and Ebih (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Inanna and Ebih is a Sumerian/Akkadian poem attributed to Enheduanna (circa 2300 BCE), daughter of Sargon of Akkad. The work's original title is Inninmehusa ("Goddess of the Fearsome Powers") and tells the story of the goddess Inanna's victory over the mountain god Ebih after he fails to show her proper respect. The poem (sometimes referenced as Inanna's Battle with the Mountain) is usually listed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Matter of Aratta (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Matter of Aratta is the modern-day title for a collection of four poems – Enmerkar and the Lord of Aratta, Enmerkar and En-suhgir-ana, Lugalbanda in the Mountain Cave, and Lugalbanda and the Anzud Bird – concerning the rivalry between the cities of Uruk and Aratta and dated to the Ur III period (circa 2112 to circa 2004 BCE). Their order of composition is unknown, and scholars disagree on the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian City Laments (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The question "Why do bad things happen to good people?" has been asked for millennia, probably since before writing was invented, but at least since circa 1700 BCE when the Sumerian (and later Babylonian) poem, Ludlul-Bel-Nemeqi (also known as The Poem of the Righteous Sufferer) was written and, later, the book of Job, dated to the 7th, 6th, or 4th centuries BCE. These works deal with individual..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sumerian Civilization: Inventing the Future (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Imagine something that has never been thought of before. If one holds a book in one's hands, one can imagine an e-book, a large-print book, a picture book, all kinds of books. But how does one imagine a book in a world where even the concept of a `book' does not exist? Imagine a day without time. People live in time and time directs the course of people's days. We wake up at a certain hour, go..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Eternal Life of Gilgamesh (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Epic of Gilgamesh is among the most popular works of literature in the present day and has influenced countless numbers of readers but, for the greater part of its history, it was lost. The Assyrian Empire fell to a coalition of Babylonians and Medes in 612 BCE who sacked and burned the Assyrian cities and, among them, Nineveh. Nineveh was the great capital where the king Ashurbanipal (r..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Hymn to Ninkasi, Goddess of Beer (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hymn to Ninkasi is at once a song of praise to Ninkasi, the Sumerian goddess of beer, and an ancient recipe for brewing (though this claim has been challenged). Written down circa 1800 BCE, the hymn is no doubt much older, as evidenced by the techniques it details, which scholars have determined were actually in use long before the hymn was written. Scholar Paul Kriwaczek states that the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Queen of the Night (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Queen of the Night (also known as the "Burney Relief") is a high-relief terracotta plaque of baked clay, 19.4 inches (49.5 cm) high, 14.5 inches (37 cm) wide, with a thickness of 1.8 inches (4.8 cm), depicting a naked winged woman flanked by owls and standing on the backs of two lions. The piece originated in southern Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq), most probably in Babylonia, during the reign..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The World's Oldest Love Poem (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The world's oldest love poem is The Love Song for Shu-Sin (written circa 2000 BCE), composed in ancient Mesopotamia for use in part of the sacred rites of fertility. Prior to its discovery in the 19th century and its translation in the 20th, the biblical Song of Songs was thought to be the oldest love poem extant. In the 19th century, archaeologists descended on the region of Mesopotamia seeking..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Third Dynasty of Ur (Ur III) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Following the collapse of the Agade empire, the centre of power in southern Mesopotamia shifted to the cities of Uruk and Ur. The governor of Ur, Ur-Nammu, established a dynasty which came to dominate the other cities of the region, and whose territory stretched east into Iran. Under his successor, Shulgi, the empire was consolidated and centralised. Shulgi was named as a god in many ancient..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Kassite Style Jar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This pottery jar has spindle-shaped Kassite-style contours and was found within the Kassite layers at the city of Ur. Kassite period, 1531-1155 BCE, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Stone Bowl with Two Inscriptions (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This stone bowl has two sets of cuneiform inscriptions. The first one says that the bowl was booty brought to Mesopotamia from Magan (modern Sultanate of Oman) by the Akkadian king Naram-Sin (2254-2218 BCE). The second inscription mentions that later, the daughter of King Shulgi of Ur III, dedicated the bowl to the moon god Sin at Ur (2094-2047 BCE). (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Sumerian Wall Plaque Showing Libation Scenes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The upper register shows a naked priest followed by three worshippers. The priest pours an unknown liquid offering from a spouted vessel into a stemmed dish or stand, in front of a horned god figure. In the lower register, there are three worshippers; one of them carries an animal offering and one of them is a woman who is shown "full-faced." She may be a priestess or she may represent the donor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of Hammurabi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A locator map of Hammurabi's Babylonia, showing the Babylonian territory upon his ascension in 1792 BC and upon his death in 1750 BC. The river courses and coastline are those of that time period — in general, they are not the modern rivers or coastlines. This is a Mercator projection, with north in its usual position. There is some question to what degree the cities of Nineveh, Tuttul, and Assur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of the Kassites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Babylonian Empire during the time of the Kassites, roughly the 13th century BC. This map shows the probable river courses and coastline at that time."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ceramic Box with Snakes from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fired clay box with applied ornaments, possibly made for religious and magical purposes. As snakes renew their skin, they were considered a symbol of healing. Snakes were also respected by people because of their venom. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq, Old Babylonian Period, 2000-1750 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ceramic Stemmed Dish from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This offering stand has a hollow trunk with two long vertical slots at the sides. There is an incised decoration around the stem, typical of Sumerian art; plants indicative of fertility and doorposts found on temple facades and in religious scenes. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, grave PG 87, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Early Dynastic Period, 2600-2400 BCE. Part of objects allotted to..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chaplet from Tomb at Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "2900-2350 BCE. Chaplet that decorated the forehead of the one of the king's attendants, who would have been buried with the king. Found in cemetery at Ur by Sir Leonard Woolley, 1920-1930 CE. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chlorite Bowl from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Vessels of soft stone, including chlorite or steatite, came from Iran and they demonstrate the extensive trade network of the cities of Southern Mesopotamia during this period. This green chlorite vessel is straight-sided and has an imbricated design carved on the exterior. It was found in grave PG407 at the Royal Cemetry of Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Early Dynastic Period, 2600-2400..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Complaint about Delivery of the Wrong Grade of Copper (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay tablet was a letter from a person named Nanni to another one, Ea-nasir. The former complained that the wrong grade of copper ore has been delivered after a gulf (modern-day Arabic/Persian Gulf) voyage and that there was a misdirection and a delay of a further shipment. Old-Babylonian Period, circa 1750 BCE. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cow's Head Detail, Silver Lyre, Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The silver cow's head decorating the front has inlaid eyes of shell and lapis lazuli. This lyre was found in the 'Great Death-Pit', one of the graves in the Royal Cemetery at Ur. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Early dynastic period, 2600-2400 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Crushed Skull and Headdress from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This crushed skull and its surrounding elaborate headdress was excavated (en bloc) from one of the royal cemeteries at Ur, the Great Death-Pit. This is a head of one of queen/princess Pu'Abi's female attendants. Early dynastic period, circa 2600 BCE. From Ur, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cuneiform Inscribed Well Curb (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A stone ring of a well curb with cuneiform inscriptions which mention the name of the king Shu-Sin of Ur. Ur III, 2030 BCE. From southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The Pergamon Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cylindrical Calcite Jar from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This jar was dedicated to Shulgi, king of Ur III dynasty, by the priestess Shuqurtum. There are two incised channels at the upper half; between them, the cuneiform inscription was placed. The inscription also curses anyone who tries to deface the text. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Sumerian Period, reign of Shulgi, 2094-2047 BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of the War Scene of the Standard of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail (middle part of the top and middle registers) of the so-called "War Scene" of the Standard of Ur, a (reconstructed) hollow box, the precise purpose of which is unknown. From the Royal Cemetry of Ur, Ur, Sothern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Early Dynastic Period, c. 2500 BCE. The British Museum, London. At the center of the upper register, a male figure, taller than all others (his..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of the War Scene of the Standard of Ur Showing Prisoners of War (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a detail of the so-called "War Scene" of the Standard of Ur. This detail is the right end of the top register. Sumerian soldiers wearing flounced skirts lead prisoners of wars. The captives are naked and their bodies have wounds with blood gushing from them. The soldier on the right holds a band, with his right hand, wrapped around the neck of the prisoner in front of him. The artist was..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of the War Scene of the Standard of Ur Showing Sumerian Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a detail of the so-called "War Scene" of the Standard of Ur. This detail is part of the left half of the middle register. Here, six Sumerian soldiers stand and stride to the right. They wear leather head caps and cloaks as well as flounced skirts. They hold axes with their right hands. It seems that they are bare-footed. The artist had made different faces. The depictions, in mosaic, were..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation Cone of Ur-Nammu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This foundation cone records the building of one of Nanna's temples at Ur. Neo-Sumerian period, Ur III, reign of Ur-Nammu, 2047-2030 BCE, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation Figurine of Ur-Nammu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a close-up image of the upper part of a copper figurine of Ur-Nammu, king of Ur. The lower half of this foundation figurine is not shown but it was inscribed with cuneiform inscriptions which mention that the figurine is dedicated to Inanna (Ishtar) and records the restoration of her temple at Uruk. Ur-Nammu depicts himself as a temple builder and carries a large basket of earth (on his..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation Tablet of Amar-Seun from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a stone tablet, inscribed with a cuneiform text. This was a dedication to the Temple of Nanna at Kar-Zida of Ur, by Amar-Seun (Amar-Sin). Amar-Seun was king of Ur III dynasty. From Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Sumerian Period, reign of Amar-Seun, 2046-2038 BCE. Donated by Lieutenant-colonel S. Anderson. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation Tablet of Ur-Nammu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The cuneiform inscriptions on this tablet mention the name of Ur-Nammu, king of Ur and founder of the Sumerian 3rd dynasty of Ur. From the temple of Inanna at Uruk, southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Sumerian period, 2112-2095 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation Tablet of Ur-Nammu from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a stone tablet, inscribed with a cuneiform text. This was a dedication to the Temple of Nin-Sun at Ur by Ur-Nammu. Ur-Nammu was king of Ur III dynasty. From Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Sumerian Period, reign of Ur-Nammu, 2112-2095 BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Goat in a Thicket in the Standard of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is one of the scenes depicted on one of the sides of the Standard of Ur; this is not part of the so-called "Peace and War Scenes" of the Standard. Here, a rearing goat at a small tree or a shrub is flanked by two men. The man on the right is shorter than his counterpart, wears a flounced skirt, and holds a cup in his right hand. The man on the left wears a different skirt and faces the goat..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold and Lapiz Lazuli Pin of Puabi, Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gold toggle was found with the body of Puabi herself inside her grave, by her upper left arm. Puabi was a Semitic Akkadian woman from Ur, c. 2600 BCE, possibly a queen or priestess. The lapis lazuli head was carved, perforated, and polished, and it was overlaid with two gold caps. This pin must have helped secure her cloak. A cylinder seal was found attached to this toggle. Early Dynastic Period..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Pommel from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a gold pommel from the hilt of a dagger. Many rivet holes can be seen. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Part of objects allotted to the British Museum from Ur excavation season 1927-1928 CE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Spouted Cup from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold vessel with a long spout that would probably have been used as a drinking straw, from the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq, Early Dynastic Period, c. 2600 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Great Ziggurat of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Great Ziggurat of Ur, built by the Sumerian king Ur-Nammu and his son Shulgi of Ur, c. 21st century BCE. Photo taken in 2005 CE near Ali Air Base in Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Headdress and Necklaces from the Royal Cemetery of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An elaborate headdress and necklace made of gold, lapis lazuli, and carnelian which belonged to a high-level Sumerian woman. These were found in the "Great Death-Pit", one of the graves in the Royal Cemetery at Ur. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Early dynastic period, 2600-2400 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Headdress of One of Queen Puabi's Attendants (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This woman's headdress is composed of a double row of carnelian and lapis lazuli beads. Thirteen gold leaf-shaped pendants are attached to the beads. The leaves appear to be polar leaves or leaves of the sissoo, or Indian rosewood tree. This jewellery was part of a headdress worn by one of Queen Puabi's attendants and was found inside Puabi's grave. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Human-Headed Bull in the Standard of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is one of the scenes depicted on one of the sides of the Standard of Ur; this is not part of the so-called "Peace and War Scenes" of the Standard. Here, at the center, there is what appears to be a tall tree, although its surface is damaged. This is flanked by a pair of reclining animals (bulls) having human heads. The human heads are bearded and wear a horned helmet. Behind the bulls, there..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Inlaid Plaques from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These 2 plaques were inlaid with shell, lapiz lazuli, mother-of-pearl, and limestone red stone. Excavated by Sir Henry Layard for the Department of Antiquities in Iraq. These plaques were part of the objects allotted to the British Museum from the Ur excavations, season 1928-1929. Early Dynastic Period, 2600-2500 BCE. From Ur, Sumer, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Inlaid Shell Goats from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is part of shell inlay depicting two standing goats, rearing up a tree. This piece possibly was part of a fitting box. Black bitumen paste was used to fill in the background. Excavated by Sir Henry Layard for the Department of Antiquities in Iraq. This object was part of the objects allotted to the British Museum from the Ur excavations, season 1927-1928. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Nabonidus Clay Cylinder from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay document tells us how Nabonidus (the last king of Babylon) built and reconstructed the temple of Sin, the moon God, at Ur. It also mentions a prayer for the king and Beslshazzar, his son. From Ur, neo-Babylonian era, 555-539 BCE, Mesopotamia, Iraq.(The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lama (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay plaque depicts the goddess Lama. Her hands are raised in meditation. People prayed to Lama for their personal protection. Lama always wears a long tiered-skirt. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Old-Babylonian period, 2000-1600 BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lapis Lazuli Discs with Gold Rings from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The lapis lazuli discs were carved and polished. They have two perforations through their diameter. They display a flat surface and a grooved circumflex. Each disc is surrounded by a single hammered gold ring with eight perforations. These might well have been attached to material, clothing, or perhaps the fringe of a canopy. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lyrist and Singer from the Standard of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a detail of the so-called "Peace Scene" of the Standard of Ur. Here, on the left, a man, wearing a flounced skirt, sits on a chair (or stool) and drinks from a cup. Behind him, a man holds (and plays) a lyre; a very similar lyre was found in the Royal Cemetry of Ur. Behind the lyrist, a singer stands. This is the right end of the upper register of the "Peace Scene". The depictions, in mosaic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Man & Woman Plaque, Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In this clay plaque, an affectionate couple is depicted (domestic scene?). The man and the woman are looking at and holding each other. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Old-Babylonian period, 2000-1600 BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The area which formed Sumer started at the Persian Gulf and reached north to the 'neck' of Mesopotamia where the two rivers, the Tigris and the Euphrates meander much closer to each other. To the east loomed the Zagros Mountains, where scattered city states thrived on trade and learning from Sumer, and to the west was the vast expanse of the Arabian desert. The rivers have changed course considerably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer and Elam (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map with the locations of the main cities of Sumer and Elam."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Sumerian Civilization (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The rise of Sumerian civilization in southern Mesopotamia (c. 6000–2300 BCE) represents one of the earliest transformations from agrarian village life to urban state formation. Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, this alluvial plain required large-scale irrigation management, fostering collective organization and administrative innovation. By the fourth millennium BCE (Uruk Period..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Third Dynasty of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the rise of the Sumerian city-state of Ur following the collapse of the Akkadian Empire (reign: circa 2334 - 2154 BCE). In the aftermath of political fragmentation and regional instability, Ur emerged as a leading center of power in southern Mesopotamia. This period, often referred to as the Sumerian Renaissance, marked a revival of Sumerian cultural identity, political organization..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Cylinder Naming Nabonidus & Sacred Buildings (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Clay cylinder with Babylonian characters, recording the restoration of Sin's ziggurat at Ur and also asking him to protect Nabonidus and his son Belshazzar. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Babylonian Period, reign of Nabonidus, 556-539 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Finger Rings (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These rings were found on the fingers of a woman named Puabi, inside her grave. Puabi was a Semitic Akkadian woman from Ur, c. 2600 BCE, possibly a queen or priestess. Two rings were made of gold wire that was twisted before being wound in a tight spiral, forming a cable-like pattern. The other two rings were inlaid with lapis lazuli. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Foundation Figurines (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Certain types of figurines were commonly placed within foundations of buildings during the third dynasty of Ur (2100-2000 BCE) of the Neo-Sumerian Period, to commemorate the building of temples by the ruler. These three peg-shaped copper alloy figurines represent kings. Each figure carries a basket on his head and there are lines of cuneiform inscription on the body. Usually, such figures were buried..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Gold Strainer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gold strainer was roughly shaped and has a short handle. It was found at the bottom of the pit of Queen Puabi's grave. Beer and wine were drunk in Mesopotamia from at least the fourth millennium BCE and it is possible that the strainer was used to remove any residue when serving. Gold is not found in modern-day Iraq and it might have been imported to Ur from modern-day Iran, Turkey, Afghanistan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Hoe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Copper alloy hoe blade with socket, from Ur, Early Dynastic III, 2600-2300 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mud Brick Stamped with the Name of King Amar-Sin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This baked-mud brick was stamped with the name of the Neo-Sumerian king Amar-Sin (also spelled Amar-Suen; his name was previously misread as Bur-Sin). The cuneiform inscription mentions the king's making of a great vessel or laver, which he dedicated to the service of the god Ea. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Ur III Dynasty, circa 2100-2000 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mud Brick Stamped with the Name of King Ishme-Dagan (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This baked-mud brick was stamped with the name of king Ishme-Dagan; he was the 4th king in the First Dynasty of Isin and son of Iddin-Dagan. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Isin-Larsa period, circa 1889-1871 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mud Brick Stamped with the Name of Warad-Sin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This baked-mud brick was stamped with the name of king Warad-Sin, king of Larsa; reigned 1770-1758 BCE (short chronology) and possible co-regency with his father Kudur-Mabuk. The cuneiform inscriptions mention the building of the temple of "E-Nun-Makh" at Ur and its dedication to the moon god on behalf of himself and his son Rim-Sin. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Isin-Larsa period. (The British..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Oval Gold Bowl with a Wire Handle from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gold bowl has double-roll handles on each side made of twisted wire. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Part of objects allotted to the British Museum from Ur excavation season 1927-1928 CE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Partial Headdress (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This headdress was made of silver and inlaid with gold, lapis lazuli, and other precious stones. It was found in one of the royal cemeteries at Ur and belonged to one of queen/princess Pu'Abi's female attendants. Early dynastic period, c. 2600 BCE. From Ur, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Peace Scene of the Standard of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a close-up view of the so-called "Peace Scene" of the Standard of Ur. The scene is composed of three horizontal registers, showing a feast or a banquet. The central figure of the scene appears on the top register, and is depicted larger than others; this is probably a king. He sits on a chair, holds a cup, and faces right. Some of the participants sit on their chair and hold a cup in their..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Protective Clay Plaque from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a clay plaque depicting a naked woman, standing on a platform and holding her breasts. Such plaques were made to protect women and ensure their safety during labor. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Circa 700-500 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Protective Figure from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Clay plaque of a woman and a child, moulded in a relief. The woman stands naked on a platform and holds her child with her left hand; the right hand appears to guide the child to her breast. Such plaques were made to protect women and ensure their safety during labor. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq, c. 700-500 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Protective Figurine from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In this clay plaque, a woman is depicted nursing her child from her left breast. The mother sits cross-legged putting her infant on her lap. Such plaques were made to protect women and ensure their safety during labor. From the north-west side of the ziggurat at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Circa 700-500 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Puabi's Belt of Gold, Lapis Lazuli, and Carnelian Beads (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a group of barrel-shaped beads of bitumen overlaid with four gold, four lapis lazuli, and two faceted cornelian beads. This jewellery was found by Puabi's thighs inside her grave, which might possibly have formed part of her belt. Puabi was a Semitic Akkadian woman from Ur, c. 2600 BCE, possibly a queen or priestess. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queen Puabi's Seal (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This seal was found by Puabi's right arm inside her grave. The seal depicts a banquet/feast scene, in two horizontal registers; one of the typical themes of the Early Dynastic III seals. Each register depicts a man and a woman (probably Puabi) drinking from straw-like tubes (above register, probably beer) and goblets (lower register, possibly wine). Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ram in a Thicket (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "From Ur, southern Iraq, about 2600-2400 BC This is one of an almost identical pair discovered by Leonard Woolley in the 'Great Death Pit', one of the graves in the Royal Cemetery at Ur. The other is now in the University of Pennsylvania Museum in Philadelphia. It was named the 'Ram in a Thicket' by the excavator Leonard Woolley, who liked biblical allusions. In Genesis 22:13, God ordered Abraham..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reconstruction of the Ziggurat of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 3D reconstruction of the Great Ziggurat of Ur, based on a 1939 drawing by Leonard Woolley, Ur Excavations, Volume V. The Ziggurat and its Surroundings, Figure 1.4"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reverse Side, Standard of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Standard of Ur is a (reconstructed) hollow box and its precise purpose is unknown. The scenes are made using a mosaic of lapis lazuli, red limestone, and shell. This reverse side shows men bringing animals as tribute or war booty while others eat and play music. Early Dynastic Period, c. 2500 BCE. From the Royal Cemetry of Ur in Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the temple complex of the city of Ur in modern-day Southern Iraq, with the Great Ziggurat of Ur in the background. The temple complex was where the poet priestess Enheduanna (circa 2300 BCE) would have worked and written her poetry."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rules for playing the Royal Game of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "There are Akkadian cuneiform inscriptions as well as explanatory diagram and rules for playing the so-called the game of 20-squares (the Royal Game of Ur).This is the front aspect of the clay tablet which shows how the central squares were also used for fortune-telling. The colophon of Itti-Marduk-balatu (a Babylonian astronomer) appears. Reign of Seleucus IV Philopator, circa 177 BCE. From Mesopotamia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shell Lamp or Pouring Vessel (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This shell was imported from modern-day Oman and was incised and decorated. One end (the upper one) was engraved with a bird's head; the bird's eye would have been inlaid with lapis lazuli. As a lamp, this shell would have contained oil; the wick should have projected from the lower end of the shell. It might also have been used as a pourer in libation rituals. Akkadian to Neo-Sumerian Period, 2300-2100..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shells Containing Cosmetic Pigments from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These three bi-valve shells contain red, green, and black cosmetic pigments. Traces of green pigment are visible below the black pigment. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silver Bowl with Gold Handles from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This oval bowl has double-roll holders for a pair of vertically perforated gold barrel lug handles. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Part of objects allotted to the British Museum from Ur excavation season 1927-1928 CE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silver Lyre, Ur, Mesopotamia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This lyre was found in the 'Great Death-Pit', one of the graves in the Royal Cemetery at Ur. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Early dynastic period, 2600-2400 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Spouted Jar from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This silver jar has a long tube-shaped spout and a long neck. Similar spouted and pouring vessels were depicted in Sumerian banquet/feast scenes. Early Dynastic Period, circa 2600 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Part of objects allotted to the British Museum from Ur excavation season 1927-1928 CE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone Bowl Inscribed with the Name of Agirgal (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Agirgal was probably the name of the owner of the bowl. It was found in grave PG33. Akkadian to Neo-Sumerian Period, 2300-2100 BCE. From the Royal Cemetery at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Part of objects allotted to the British Museum from Ur excavation season 1926-1927 CE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone Calf from Late Uruk Era (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "There is a hole on the back of this stone calf for vertical posts or other attachments. Late Uruk period, 3300-3000 BCE, from Ur, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone Foundation Tablet of Gudea (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This tablet mentions the name of Gudea, ruler of Lagash, to commemorate restoration of the Temple of Nindara. Found below the pavement of the Temple of Nindara at Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Lagash II period. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone Plate of Enmahgalanna from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a polished grey stone, which was probably an offering stand. The name (and title) of "Enmahgalanna" appears and is repeated unusually with a pictogram of the moon's crescent (instead of using the pertinent cuneiform sign). Enmahgalanna was a high priest and was appointed by her brother, Amar-Seun (Amar-Sin), who was a king of Ur III. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Sumerian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sumerian Man Offering a Libation (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Shell inlay depicting a standing and naked man (ordinary individual or priest) offering a libation. Excavated by Sir Henry Layard for the Department of Antiquities in Iraq. This object was part of the objects allotted to the British Museum from the Ur excavations, season 1926-1927. Early Dynastic Period, 2600-2500 BCE. From Ur, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Royal Game of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Royal Game of Ur, as exhibited in the British Museum, London. Early Dynastic III, about 2600 BC. Game boards of this type were found in at least six royal graves at Ur. They are made of wood, inlaid with carnelian, shell, and lapis lazuli (which was the most precious mineral at the time). This game was played all across the Ancient Near East for about 3000 years."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Silver and Golden Lyres from Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These lyres were found in queen Pu-Abi's grave, inside the "Great Death-Pit", one of the graves in the Royal Cemetery at Ur. From Ur, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Early dynastic period, 2600-2400 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Standard of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "From Ur, southern Iraq, about 2600-2400 BC This object was found in one of the largest graves in the Royal Cemetery at Ur, lying in the corner of a chamber above the right shoulder of a man. Its original function is not yet understood. Leonard Woolley, the excavator at Ur, imagined that it was carried on a pole as a standard, hence its common name. Another theory suggests that it formed the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ur-Nammu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ur-Nammu (seated) bestows governorship on Ḫašḫamer, patesi (high priest) of Iškun-Sin (cylinder seal impression, c. 2100 BCE). Greenstone seal(clay impression of the cylinder seal) of Hashhamer, Governor of Ishkun-Sin. Third Dynasty of Ur, about 2100 BCE, from Babylon, southern Iraq. Length: 5.28 cm Diameter: 2.87 cm Obtained at Babylon some time before 1820 CE by John Hine and presented..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Utu-Hegal's Stone Monument (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The cuneiform inscriptions on this fragment of a stone monument mention the name of Utu-Hegal, King of Uruk. 2125 BCE, from Ur, Mesopotamia, Iraq. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ziggurat of Ur (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of the Ziggurat of Ur as it may have appeared around the time it was created in the 21st Century BCE. From the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Tour of the Ziggurat of Ur (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video acts as a virtual tour of the Ziggurat of Ur (located near modern day Nasiriyah, Iraq which was in the city-state of Sumeria in Mesopotamia). This site was originally excavated in 1922 by the tour guide's grandfather."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dressing Queen Puabi (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this video, the Penn Museum exhibit team, Conservator Lynn Grant, and Near East Section Keeper Katy Blanchard assemble Queen Puabi as she may have appeared 5,000 years ago. Queen Puabi (Tomb 800) was uncovered at the Royal Cemetery at Ur by Sir Leonard Woolley in 1922."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamia - The Sumerians (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Gardens of Babel - The Sumerians La Cinquième 2001"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Simulation Tour: Ziggurat of Ur (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a simulation (virtual reality) video of a reconstruction of the Ziggurat of Ur in its entirety. Ur was a city in Sumer that became dominant during the Early Dynastic Period (c. 2900-2350 B.C.E) alongside other cities such as; Uruk, Nippur, Eridu, Lagash and Kish. Creators: Hussain Yahya & ytnlrB"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Standard of Ur, c. 2600-2400 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=Nok4cBt0V6w Standard of Ur, c. 2600-2400 B.C.E., 21.59 x 49.5 x 12 cm (British Museum) Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker & Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Code of Ur-Nammu (Full Text) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Code of Ur-Nammu is the oldest surviving code of laws. Written in Sumerian in cuneiform and dating from around 2100 BC, what remains of the code of laws gives us an insight into Mesopotamian life around fifty years after the fall of the Akkadian Empire. Ur-Nammu's code was written in what is now known as the "Sumerian Renaissance" or the Third Dynasty of Ur. Commentary on this recitation..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Epic of Gilgamesh - An Ancient Tale of a King Searching for Immortality (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Gilgamesh is a semi-mythical king of Uruk, an ancient city of Mesopotamia, and is best known as the star of the first epic poem ever written, the Epic of Gilgamesh, where he searches for immortality after the death of his friend Enkidu. Even though this figure has taken on legendary status, it is widely agreed that Gilgamesh was a historical person, and the 5th king of Uruk who reigned in the twenty-sixth..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Fall of Ur to the Elamites ~ Ancient Mesopotamia ~ (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this brief episode by Chris from The History of the World Podcast he guides through the decline and fall of Sumerian civilization and culture and into the horrific destruction of the great Ancient Mesopotamian City of Ur. The Lament for Ur, or Lamentation over the city of Ur is a Sumerian lament composed around the time of the fall of Ur to the Elamites and the end of the city's third dynasty..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Wonders of Ancient Mesopotamia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Following on from the immensely successful "Day in Pompeii" exhibit, Melbourne Museum again contracted Zero One to create animation that captures the look and feel of the ancient city of Ur. Many weeks of research and consultation with expert archaeologists meant that accuracy based on the available knowledge of the area was the foundation of the project."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tom Scott vs Irving Finkel: The Royal Game of Ur | PLAYTHROUGH | International Tabletop Day 2017 (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "YouTuber Tom Scott has flown drones through lightning, he’s taken on the first human-powered theme park, he’s even visited Penistone. But he’s never taken on a British Museum curator in the world’s oldest playable board game… UNTIL NOW! For International Tabletop Day 2017, Tom Scott was challenged by British Museum Curator Irving Finkel to a round of the oldest playable board game in the world..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Treasures from the Royal Tombs of Ur (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Beginning in 1922, archaeologist Charles Leonard Woolley, co-sponsored by the University of Pennsylvania and the British Museum, led a monumental excavation at Ur. This southern Mesopotamian city-state in Sumer possessed its own rich culture and architectural monuments, notably the ziggurat, a stepped structure topped by a temple. In extensive excavations undergone from 1927-1934, Woolley uncovered..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "UR Sumerian city 2300 BC (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The first city in the world " UR " ( Sumerian city ) In this city knew Agriculture then here invented writing & here invented the wheel And here the Prophet Abraham was born View form the city in 2300 BC"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Eridu (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Eridu (present-day Abu Shahrein, Iraq) was considered the first city in the world by the ancient Sumerians and is among the most ancient of the ruins from Mesopotamia. Founded circa 5400 BCE, Eridu was thought to have been created by the gods, who established order upon the earth with Eridu as the starting point.

The city was home to the god Enki (also known as Ea by the Akkadians..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "12 Great Cities of Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The great cities of Mesopotamia ("the land between two rivers") developed prior to the late 4th millennium BCE along two rivers – the Tigris and Euphrates – and were fully established by the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900 to circa 2350/2334 BCE). Many of these cities became famous in their own time, and among these are the twelve below. The dates of their approximate founding follow the names..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beer in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The intoxicant known in English as beer takes its name from the Latin bibere (by way of the German bier), meaning "to drink", and the Spanish word for beer, cerveza, comes from the Latin word cerevisia for "of beer", giving some indication of the long span human beings have been enjoying the drink. Even so, beer brewing did not originate with the Romans but began thousands of years earlier. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Daily Life in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Daily life in ancient Mesopotamia cannot be described in the same way one would describe life in ancient Rome or Greece. Mesopotamia was never a single, unified civilization, not even under the Akkadian Empire of Sargon of Akkad (the Great, reign 2334-2279 BCE). The region was comprised of many ethnicities and kingdoms that differed significantly from each other. Generally speaking, though, from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamia: The Rise of the Cities (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Once upon a time, in the land known as Sumer, the people built a temple to their god, who had conquered the forces of chaos and brought order to the world. They built this temple at a place called Eridu, which, as scholar Gwendolyn Leick notes, was: One of the most southerly sites, at the very edge of the alluvial river plain and close to the marshes: the transitional zone between sea and land..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian City Laments (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The question "Why do bad things happen to good people?" has been asked for millennia, probably since before writing was invented, but at least since circa 1700 BCE when the Sumerian (and later Babylonian) poem, Ludlul-Bel-Nemeqi (also known as The Poem of the Righteous Sufferer) was written and, later, the book of Job, dated to the 7th, 6th, or 4th centuries BCE. These works deal with individual..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sumerian Civilization: Inventing the Future (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Imagine something that has never been thought of before. If one holds a book in one's hands, one can imagine an e-book, a large-print book, a picture book, all kinds of books. But how does one imagine a book in a world where even the concept of a `book' does not exist? Imagine a day without time. People live in time and time directs the course of people's days. We wake up at a certain hour, go..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Mesopotamian Pantheon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The gods of the Mesopotamian region were not uniform in name, power, provenance or status in the hierarchy. Mesopotamian culture varied from region to region and, because of this, Marduk should not be regarded as King of the Gods in the same way Zeus ruled in Greece. While Marduk was venerated highly in Babylon, Enlil held that place in Sumer. It should also be noted that the English word demon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Myth of Adapa (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Myth of Adapa (also known as Adapa and the Food of Life) is the Mesopotamian story of the Fall of Man in that it explains why human beings are mortal. The god of wisdom, Ea, creates the first man, Adapa, and endows him with great intelligence and wisdom but not with immortality, and when immortality is offered Adapa by the great god Anu, Ea tricks Adapa into refusing the gift. Though it is..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of Hammurabi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A locator map of Hammurabi's Babylonia, showing the Babylonian territory upon his ascension in 1792 BC and upon his death in 1750 BC. The river courses and coastline are those of that time period — in general, they are not the modern rivers or coastlines. This is a Mercator projection, with north in its usual position. There is some question to what degree the cities of Nineveh, Tuttul, and Assur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ewer from Eridu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This pottery jug or ewer is somewhat oval in shape and has a relatively long and straight spout. From Eridu (Tell Abu Shahrain), southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. 3500-2800 BCE. On display at the Iraq Museum in Baghdad."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion Statue from Eridu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One of a pair of lions which once stood at the gate of the ancient Sumerian city of Eridu (Tell Abu Shahrain) to guard the city's entrance. The lion was carved from black basalt. From Eridu, Southern Mesopotamia, in modern-day Iraq. Mid-3rd millennium BCE. The Iraq Museum, Baghdad."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The area which formed Sumer started at the Persian Gulf and reached north to the 'neck' of Mesopotamia where the two rivers, the Tigris and the Euphrates meander much closer to each other. To the east loomed the Zagros Mountains, where scattered city states thrived on trade and learning from Sumer, and to the west was the vast expanse of the Arabian desert. The rivers have changed course considerably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer and Elam (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map with the locations of the main cities of Sumer and Elam."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Representation of the Port of Eridu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An illustration representing the port of the Sumerian city of Eridu, founded c. 5000 BCE in modern-day Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Short History of Sumer and the Sumerian Civilization from Mesopotamia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Sumerians flourished in Mesopotamia between c. 4100 – 1750 BCE in the region of Sumer which was not a country, but a region made up of a number of walled city-states, each with its own king. The Sumerian civilization developed the first schools and jobs and developed the first cosmology and cosmogony, the concept of time, some of the oldest wheeled vehicles and the first-ever city. One of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Enki - The Sumerian God Who Created Humanity (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "#history #historyfacts #historyfactsdaily #mythology #ancienthistory #sumerianmythology Enki – The Sumerian God Who Created Humanity Enki, the Sumerian god, is revered for his roles in water, knowledge, creation, and mischief. He played a pivotal role in crafting humanity from clay, notably creating Adapa, the first human, with wisdom but without immortality. 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Ancient Britain was a landmass on the northwest of the continent of Europe first occupied by humans c. 800,000 years ago prior to it becoming an island c. 6000 BCE due to flooding which separated it from the mainland. Agriculture began to develop in the region c. 4200 BCE encouraging the development of civilization.

The earliest evidence of humans in the area is dated to between 800,000-700,000..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of Edington (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Battle of Edington, fought in May 878 in southwest England, saw Alfred the Great, King of Wessex (r. 871-899), win a decisive victory over the Viking leader Guthrum (d. 890). Two weeks later, under the terms of the Treaty of Wedmore, Guthrum surrendered, agreeing to both convert to Christianity and leave Wessex. In the months leading up to the battle, the Vikings had overrun much of England..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beer in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The intoxicant known in English as beer takes its name from the Latin bibere (by way of the German bier), meaning "to drink", and the Spanish word for beer, cerveza, comes from the Latin word cerevisia for "of beer", giving some indication of the long span human beings have been enjoying the drink. Even so, beer brewing did not originate with the Romans but began thousands of years earlier. 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One of the finest strategic outposts of the Roman Empire, it is one of the few walled cities left in Britain today. Rachael Lindsay takes us on a personal tour of her home town. Every time I return to my home town of Chester, tucked on the English border with Wales, I find myself going..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "HMS Victory (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Smasher of Napoleon's invasion dream, veteran of three major wars, and scene of the death of the Royal Navy's greatest hero, HMS Victory is one of Britain's most famous warships. Curiously, and despite being on permanent display as a tourist attraction, Victory remains to this day a fully commissioned naval vessel. This is her story. A First-Rate Warship HMS Victory was constructed from 1759..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Illness and medicine in Roman Britain (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although medical science was still in its infancy during Roman times, knowledge of medicinal plants was widespread and sick people may have been treated with herbal remedies by relatives and friends. Environment, diet, exercise and hygiene all had a part to play in a positive approach to health. Most towns had latrines, a sewage disposal system and baths, all of which helped to maintain a healthy..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Pre-Raphaelites: Modern Renaissance (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Pre-Raphaelites: Modern Renaissance marks the first multidisciplinary exhibition in Italy to examine the profound impact of Italian Renaissance art on the Pre-Raphaelite movement, which flourished in Victorian and Edwardian Britain (c. 1840-1920). Displayed throughout the hallowed halls of the San Domenico Museum, a restored 13th-century Dominican convent in Forlì, Italy, are over 300 works of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Legends of the Rollright Stones, Oxfordshire (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Rollright Stones is the collective name for a group of enigmatic prehistoric monuments located next to an ancient ridgeway known as the Jurassic Way, on the border between the English counties of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire. The name 'Rollright' derives from Hrolla-landriht, 'the land of Hrolla.' The complex of monuments at the site consists of three main elements, the 'King's Men' – a circle..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "On the Ocean: The Famous Voyage of Pytheas (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Sometime around 330 BCE, Pytheas, a little-known Greek merchant, embarked on an astonishing voyage. It was a voyage that would take him far beyond the known boundaries of the Mediterranean, into lands thought to exist only in myth and legend. When he returned, his voyage and the amazing things he had witnessed would be debated for centuries. 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In the following passages Tacitus gives an account of the Iceni Queen Boudicca's revolt against Rome, 60-61 CE. Causes of Boudicca's Revolt Chapter 31 Prasutagus, the late king of the Icenians, in the course of a long reign had amassed considerable..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Evacuation of Children in Wartime Britain (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The evacuation of children from British cities during the Second World War (1939-45) was the largest population movement the country has ever experienced. Some 6 million women and children voluntarily evacuated from large cities to live with relations, family friends, and foster parents in towns and villages in rural areas much less likely to be bombed by the enemy. Many children were sent even..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The health of Iron Age Britons (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "It is likely that many people in Iron Age Britain would have died from diseases as babies or children. Many of those people who survived to be adults rarely lived beyond the ages of 35-45. Only about a third of all adults lived longer. Studies of the bones of Iron Age people suggest that at least a quarter suffered from arthritis in their backs from an early age. This was probably due to the hard..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Literary Development of the Arthurian Legend (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Arthurian legend begins with the Welsh cleric Geoffrey of Monmouth (c. 1100 - c. 1155 CE). Earlier history writers such as Gildas, Bede, and Nennius had already established the existence of a British war-chief who defeated the Saxons at Badon Hill long before Geoffrey wrote his own account but none of them would imagine the king so brilliantly or choose to develop history into legend. In the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Origins of British Pub Names (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Pubs remain a prominent feature of the rural and urban landscapes of Britain, but their names very often date back to medieval times. Red lions, white horses, and colourful characters peer from pub signs as landlords choose names to represent local history, legends, landmarks, national figures, or simply imply their drinking establishment has a long and prestigious heritage. 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Discovered by a metal detectorist in Suffolk, in the east of England in 1992 CE, the incredible collection contains 14,865 late-4th and early-5th century CE Roman gold, silver and bronze coins, and 200 items of silver tableware and gold jewelery. The hoard amounts to a total of 7.7lb of gold and 52.4 lb..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The White Horse of Uffington (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The cutting of huge figures or geoglyphs into the turf of English hillsides has been going on for more than 3000 years. There are 56 hill figures scattered around England, with the vast majority on the chalk downlands of the southern part of the country. The figures include giants, horses, crosses and regimental badges. 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(National Maritime Museum, Greenwich)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Iceni Territory (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the territory of the Iceni tribe overlayed in red in the context of the modern county boundaries of England and Wales."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Intaglio Finger-Ring from Anglo-Saxon England (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In early Anglo-Saxon England, the highest status men were buried with unique and luxurious items, like this gold finger-ring set with an engraved Roman gem (intaglio). The gem itself dates back to around the 1st century CE while the ring dates to the 5th century CE. From the Snape Ship-burial at Suffolk, UK. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Iona Abbey (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Iona Abbey, Scotland."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Alfred's Monument, Athelney (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "King Alfred’s Monument at Athelney, Somerset. Built in 1801, it commemorates the time Alfred the Great (r. 871-899) spent in exile in the Somerset marshes during the early months of 878, when he built a fortress at Athelney."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Stone, Rollright Stones (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the Rollright Stones complex, the King Stone is a solitary weathered monolith dated to 2nd millennium BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lancaster Taking off to Attack the Ruhr (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Royal Air Force Lancaster bomber about to take off to bomb Duisburg during the battle of the Ruhr (March-July 1943) in the Second World War (1939-45). (Imperial War Museums, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Latin and Celtic on British Coin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Before the Roman invasion of Britain in 43 CE, rulers in the south-east struck coins with Latin inscriptions. Verica is described as REX (king) and COOMI F (son of Commius). Gradually, names usually in Celtic, appeared on coins beyond the south-east. Silver coin of Verica from Southern England, circa 10-40 CE. Found at Wanborough, Surrey. Treasure Trove. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lead Sheet with Coin Impression (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This sheet is decorated with an impression of a coin of the Emperor Valens (Flavius Julius Valens Augustus), 364-378 CE. It may have been intended as a curse against the Emperor. From Fulstow, UK. Donated by Tom Redmayne. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lunula (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold, 2400-2000 BCE. Mangerton, Kerry, Ireland. Though we assume this gold lunula (little moon in Latin) was a piece of jewellery, little is known about who would have worn it. Lunulae were made in Ireland and Britain during the Bronze age. This image was taken at the National Museum of Australia in the British Museum travelling exhibition A History of the World in 100 (and 1) Objects."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Make-do & Mend Poster, WWII (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A British Board of Trade poster encouraging people to make-do and mend old clothes rather than buy new ones, thus saving on resources. Clothes were one of many restricted items during rationing in wartime Britain. (Imperial War Museums)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Emperor Hadrian’s 4 Journeys Across the Roman Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman Empire under Hadrian (reign 117–138 CE) marked a shift from the expansionism of Trajan toward consolidation, frontier security, and closer imperial administration. Hadrian inherited an empire at its greatest territorial extent, but he abandoned most of Trajan's recent conquests beyond the Euphrates and favored more defensible frontiers. His extensive journeys between 117 and 133 CE formed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Roman Britain, 150 AD (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Roman Britain ca. 150 AD, showing the main Roman roads, cities, and Brythonic tribes."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the British Isles in 54 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "When Julius Caesar landed on the Kent coast in 55 BC, he had a basic knowledge of what to expect of the south-eastern Britons from his dealings with their close relatives on the Continent. What he wasn't prepared for was the English Channel, and some bad weather almost cost him dear. His expedition doesn't seem to have made it out of Kent's borders on this occasion. However, when he returned..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the British Isles in AD 10 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Rome maintained trading and political links of a sort with the Britons, and were able to observe the slow coalescence of the south-east towards the creation of a unified kingdom. The Catuvellauni, who had already proved themselves to be national leaders in times of external threat, were starting to make their presence felt far and wide. By about AD 1 they had already placed a Catuvellauni prince..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the British Isles in AD 43 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "On the eve of the Roman Conquest, the south-east was dominated completely by the Catuvellauni. They, if any, could claim the legendary High Kingship of Britain. As well as having conquered the Cantiaci, the Trinovantes, and the Atrebates and their subsidiary branch, the Belgae (the Regninses may not have borne a separate identity until after the Conquest), the Dobunni tribe also seem to have..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the British-American War of 1812 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The War of 1812 (1812–1815) was a transatlantic conflict between the United States and Great Britain that grew out of unresolved tensions from the Napoleonic Wars. Under President James Madison (in office 1809–1817) and during the reign of King George III (reign 1760–1820), the United States protested British maritime practices, including trade restrictions and the impressment of American sailors..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Hadrian’s First Imperial Tour, 121–125 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hadrian’s first great imperial tour (121–125 CE) transformed travel into an instrument of government across the Roman Empire. Leaving Rome in 121 CE, Hadrian (reign 117–138 CE) inspected the Rhine and upper Danube frontiers, reviewed military organization in Germania, crossed into Britannia in 122 CE, and continued through Hispania before travelling through the eastern provinces, Asia Minor, Greece..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Norman Conquest of England, 1066–1086 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Norman Conquest of England began in 1066 after the death of Edward the Confessor (reign 1042–1066) without a direct heir, creating a disputed royal succession. Harold Godwinson was chosen and crowned Harold II (reign January–October 1066), but his claim was challenged by Harald Hardrada of Norway and William, Duke of Normandy. After defeating Hardrada and Harold’s brother Tostig at the Battle..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Rule in Britain c. 43 - 410 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman rule in Britain developed between 43 and 410 CE, reshaping the island from a mosaic of tribal societies into a province integrated into the political, economic, and cultural structures of the Roman Empire. Although Julius Caesar’s expeditions (55–54 BCE) first established contact, sustained conquest began only under Emperor Claudius (reign 41–54 CE), whose legions invaded in 43 CE and gradually..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Saxon Shore, c. 380 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Late Roman fortifications of the "Saxon Shore" (litus Saxonicum) in Britain and France."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Wars of the Three Kingdoms (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The conflicts commonly known as the English Civil Wars form part of the wider Wars of the Three Kingdoms, a series of interconnected struggles across England, Scotland, and Ireland. These wars unfolded during the reign of Charles I of England (reign 1625–1649) and were rooted in disputes over royal authority, taxation, and the religious settlement of the Stuart kingdoms. What began as a political..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of William the Conqueror’s Campaign for London, 1066 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "William the Conqueror’s campaign for London formed the decisive second phase of the Norman invasion of England in 1066. After defeating Harold II (reign January–October 1066) at the Battle of Hastings on 14 October, William, Duke of Normandy, still had to secure recognition from England’s political and ecclesiastical elite. He advanced through Kent, obtained the submission of Dover and Canterbury..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Matthew Paris' Map of Britain (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Great Britain by Matthew Paris (c. 1199-1259), made c. 1250. From the manuscript Epitome of Chronicles, BL Cotton MS Claudius D VI, fol. 12v. (British Library)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mosaic from Abbots Ann (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman villa at Abbots Ann, near Andover, was discovered in the early 1850s CE. The portions of mosaic floors uncovered were in a bold and simple style, using large tesserae in a limited range of colours, but following Roman geometric designs. From Abbots, Ann, Hampshire, UK. 4th century CE. (The British Museum. London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Observer Corps Members Sighting Enemy Aircraft (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A photograph showing members of the British Royal Observer Corps and the equipment they used to measure the altitude and position of incoming enemy aircraft during the Second World War (1939-45). The observers were an important element of the Dowding System of defence which helped win the Battle of Britain in 1940. (Imperial War Museums)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Oxborough Dirk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The "Oxborough dirk" is a giant, ceremonial dirk found near Oxborough in Norfolk, England. It is one of only six giant dirks found across Europe. The oversized copper alloy sword measures 70.9 centimetres (27.9 in) in length, weighing 2.37 kilograms (5.2 lb). Because of its unweildy size, it was likely intended for symbolic or ceremonial purposes, rather than combat. c. 1450-1300 BCE. Plougrescant-Ommerschans..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Penny Black & Penny Red Postage Stamps (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two British postage stamps bearing the portrait of Queen Victoria (reign 1837-1901). The Penny Black was the world's first postage stamp and issued from May 1840. As it was difficult to see an obliteration stamp (postmark) against a black background, the Penny Red was introduced from February 1841. (Private Collection)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Penny Black Envelope (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An envelope with a Penny Black stamp attached. The first postage stamp, the Penny Black was introduced in Britain in May 1840."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Penny Black Stamp (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Penny Black postage stamp with a portrait of Queen Victoria (reign 1837-1901) , the first of its kind when introduced in Britain in May 1840. (Private Collection)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pictish Burghead Bull (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Pictish Burghead Bull, 7th century CE, found in Burghead, Morayshire, Scotland; now in the British Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pictish Warrior with Drinking Horn (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bearded Pictish warrior from the Bullion Stone, Angus, now in the National Museum of Scotland."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Plan of Stonehenge (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The site of Stonehenge as of 2004. The plan omits the trilithon lintels for clarity. Holes that no longer, or never, contained stones are shown as open circles and stones visible today are shown coloured, grey for sarsen and blue for the imported stone, mainly bluestone. Key to plan: The Altar Stone, a six ton monolith of green micaceous sandstone from Wales barrow without a burial "barrows"..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Policeman Helping Child Evacuees (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A photograph of a British policeman helping child evacuees at a London train station during the Second World War (1939-45). (Imperial War Museums)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queen Boudicca (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A statue of Boudicca on her chariot, close to the Houses of Parliament, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "RAF Spitfire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Supermarine Spitfire at the Season Premiere Airshow in 2018. The Spitfire was first built for use by the RAF in the 1930s and was a crucial fighter in the Battle of Britain in the summer of 1940."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Recruitment Poster for Women, WWII (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A British recruitment poster calling for women volunteers for the Air Raid Precautions Service (ARP) and Auxiliary Fire Service (AFS) during the London Blitz. 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The castle was a favourite residence of Robert II of Scotland (1371-1390), founder of the royal house of Stewart."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scota and Goidel Glas (Illustration) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This illustration from a 15th Century CE manuscript of Walter Bowers' epic Scotichronicon portrays Scota and Goídel Glas, the legendary progenitors of the Gaelic people."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Section of the Sweet Track (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Section of the "Sweet Track" walkway now in the British Museum. From England - 3807/3806 BCE"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shopping Queues in WWII London (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A photograph of a queue of shoppers in London during the Second World War (1939-45). Queues often developed during rationing in wartime Britain. (Imperial War Museums)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silver Ladle, Hoxne Hoard (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gilded silver ladle from the Hoxne Hoard. Discovered in Suffolk, in the east of England in 1992 CE, the incredible collection contains 14,865 late-4th and early-5th century CE Roman gold, silver and bronze coins, and 200 items of silver tableware and gold jewellery. The hoard amounts to a total of 7.7lb of gold and 52.4 lb of silver. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stern View, HMS Victory (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An early 20th century colour print showing a stern view of the Royal Navy warship HMS Victory, once flagship of Horatio Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. (Library of Congress)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stirling Castle Gatehouse (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The main gatehouse (aka Forecourt) of Stirling Castle in central Scotland. It was built during the reign of James IV of Scotland (r. 1488-1513) and was originally taller."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stonehenge (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Swanborough Tump Memorial, Wiltshire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Swanborough Tump Memorial records a meeting between King Aethelred of Wessex (reign 865-871) and his brother, Alfred the Great (reign 871-899), in 870, where they made provisions for the inheritance of various estates to the children of whoever died first."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Capheaton Tresure (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This small circular relief shows Hercules wrestling Anteus. This fragment was part of a silver vessel. Some of these fragments of highly decorated silver vessels, perhaps from a temple treasure, were found in 1747 CE. All the decoration is purely Roman and depicts religious and mythological subjects. 2nd to 3rd centuries CE. From Capheaton, Northumberland, UK. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Dowding System of WWII (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This infographic illustrates the Dowding System, Britain’s groundbreaking air defense network that played a critical role in winning the Battle of Britain during World War II. Designed by Air Chief Marshal Hugh Dowding (1882–1970), it was the world’s first fully integrated air defense system, combining radar detection, communication lines, and centralized command to create a coordinated national..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Holy Island of Lindisfarne (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating the geography and history of Holy Island, also known as Lindisfarne. A tidal island off the northeast coast of England in Northumberland, it holds significant historical and religious importance due to its early Christian monastery, founded in 635. The island became a center of Christian learning and missionary work in Anglo-Saxon England. Its remote and serene location contributed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The King's Men, Rollright Stones (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the Rollright Stones complex, the King’s Men, a circle of about seventy stones, probably date to c. 2500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ribchester Helmet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A two-piece helmet of embossed bronze consisting of a head piece and a face mask. The scene on the head piece is of a skirmish between infantry and cavalry. Fittings survive on the head piece for a crest-box and a pair of trailing streamers or "manes". This is one of the finest examples of the helmet worn by top cavalry troopers in the colorful cavalry sports events. From Ribchester, Lancashire..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Roman Theatre of Verulamium, St Albans (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman Theatre of Verulamium (modern-day St Albans in Great Britain), built in about 140 CE, is unique. Although several towns in Britain are known to have had theatres, this is the only one visible today. It was discovered in 1869, the Theatre could seat 2000 spectators."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Sutton Hoo Great Gold Buckle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Great Gold Buckle from the Sutton Hoo Ship-burial Mound 1, England, UK. Early Anglo-Saxon, early 7th century. The British Museum, London. Its form with curved sides and 3 domed bosses resembles Frankish buckles. The plate is a hollow box that opens at the back and locks using 3 movable sliders. Buckles with similar mechanisms are known from the Frankish realm and other parts of the Continent..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Two-Person Weekly Food Ration (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A photograph showing the foodstuffs two adults were entitled to during rationing in wartime Britain. There is milk, sugar, bacon, cheese, butter and chocolate. Other items were also rationed whilst bread, fruit, and vegetables were not. (Imperial War Museums)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Whispering Knights, Rollright Stones (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the Rollright Stones complex, the Whispering Knights, the remains of the burial chamber of a Middle to Late Neolithic portal dolmen, are estimated to date to between 3800 and 3000 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "White Horse of Uffington (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The white horse of Uffington, a Bronze Age carving into the chalk hills in Oxfordshire, England."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Woman Working in a WWI Ammunitions Factory (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 1918 photograph of a woman working in an ammunitions factory in London during the First World War (1914-18). Imperial War Museums, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Daily life in the Danelaw - Vikings DOCUMENTARY (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Kings and Generals' historical animated documentary series continues with a video on the Danelaw Vikings, as we talk about the daily life of the Danes, their lifestyles, societies, religious practices, families, and much more. The video was made by Krzysztof Biliński, while the script was researched and written by David Munćan. This video was narrated by Officially Devin (https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficiallyDevin..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "European Migration: Crash Course (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Between 1840 and 1914 CE, an estimated 40 million people left Europe. This is one of the most significant migrations in human history. So, who was leaving Europe? And why?"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Evacuees of the Second World War | Operation Pied Piper (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Evacuation in Britain during the Second World War amounted to the biggest mass movement of people in British history, with around 4 million people leaving their homes to escape the air raids of the Blitz. Many children didn't know where they would end up, who they would live with or when they would see their parents again. How did it feel to be an evacuee, a parent or a volunteer host? And how did..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "History of the English East India Company (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know the English East India Company’s tea trade was fueled by the opium trade? The English East India Company (EIC) – also known as the British East India Company – was an immensely successful trading company founded in 1600 that controlled trade on the Indian subcontinent until 1858. With a massive private army, and the backing of the British government, the East India Company essentially..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "London Can Take It (1940) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A short film about life in the London Blitz during WWII."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rationing In Britain (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "COI 155 An American commentator looks at the effects of rationing on the people of England in 1944. The film presents a 'typical' family of 4 (housewife, engine-driver husband, factory-working daughter, schoolboy son) to illustrate the basic rationing system, the workings of 'point' systems and other restrictions, and the difficulties the average family faced when eating 'on the ration'. Explore..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ancient History of Roman Britain (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Britain was a significant addition to the ever-expanding Roman Empire. For decades Rome had been conquering the Mediterranean Sea - defeating Carthage in the Punic Wars, overwhelming Macedon and Greece, and finally marching into Syria and Egypt. At long last, they gazed northward across the Alps towards Gaul and ultimately setting their sights across the channel (they believed it to be an ocean..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Chiseldon Cauldron (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The excavation and conservation of an Iron Age cauldron. In November 2004 CE, a metal detector user discovered 12 cauldrons dating back to the Iron Age (around 800 BCE - around 43 CE), buried in a pit near the village of Chiseldon in Wiltshire, England. This chance find was carefully excavated by professional archaeologists and conservators from the British Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Why do Ex-British Colonies use Dollars Instead of Pounds? (Short Animated Documentary) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "You'll notice that many ex-British Colonies, like Australia, Canada and New Zealand don't use pounds like their former British overlords but instead use dollars. Why? What caused these nations to switch currencies and why did they prefer America's style of currency of the Britain's? Find out in this video, the latest in my very short, animated historical documentaries (about history). Sources..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyria (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Assyria was the region located in the ancient Near East which, under the Neo-Assyrian Empire, reached from Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) through Asia Minor (modern Turkey) and down through Egypt. The empire began modestly at the city of Ashur (known as Subartu to the Sumerians), located in Mesopotamia north-east of Babylon, where merchants who traded in Anatolia became increasingly wealthy..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agriculture in the Fertile Crescent & Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient Near East, and the historical region of the Fertile Crescent in particular, is generally seen as the birthplace of agriculture. The first agricultural evidence comes from the Levant, from where it spread to Mesopotamia, enabling the rise of large-scale cities and empires in the region. In the 4th millennium BCE, this area was more temperate than it is today, and it had fertile soil..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian reliefs (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Mostly dating from the period 880-612 BCE, these carved scenes are found on free-standing stelae and as panels cut on cliffs and rocks at distant places reached by the Assyrian kings during their campaigns. The most spectacular use of stone reliefs, however, was as panels which decorated the mud-brick walls in palaces and temples up to a height of 2.6 metres. The scenes were originally picked out..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cuneiform Lexical Lists (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Lexical lists are compilations of cuneiform signs and word readings written on clay tablets throughout Mesopotamia. From the late 4th millennium BCE up to the 1st century CE, scribal communities copied, modified, and passed on these cuneiform lexical lists and preserved them for as knowledge for a variety of purposes. Just as today people pass on and embrace the knowledge of scientific discoveries..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cylinder Seals in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Among the most interesting and revealing artifacts discovered from ancient Mesopotamia are cylinder seals. These fairly small items may be seen today in museum exhibits around the world, but, perhaps owing to their size, they are not given the kind of consideration by the general public that larger and more commanding artifacts, such as reliefs or statuary, enjoy. 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The city-state of Ashur rose to prominence in northern Mesopotamia, founding trade colonies in Cappadocia. King Shamshi-Adad I (1813-1791 BCE) expanded the domains of Ashur by defeating the kingdom of Mari, thus creating the first Assyrian kingdom..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sammu-Ramat and Semiramis: The Inspiration and the Myth (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Sammu-Ramat (r. 811-806 BCE) was the queen regent of the Assyrian Empire who held the throne for her young son Adad Nirari III (r. 811-783 BCE) until he reached maturity. She is also known as Shammuramat, Sammuramat, and, most notably, as Semiramis, the legendary and semi-divine super-heroine immortalized by later historians. This last designation, "Semiramis", has been the source of considerable..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Family in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Family in ancient Mesopotamia was considered the essential unit that provided social stability in the present, maintained traditions of the past, and ensured the continuance of traditions, customs, and stability for the future. The family unit was of such importance that the hierarchy of palace and temple was based on it. The Mesopotamian family unit is described by modern-day scholars as the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greatest Party Ever Thrown: Ashurnasirpal II’s Kalhu Festival (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The greatest party ever thrown in antiquity is the inaugral event thrown by Ashurnasirpal II (r. 884-859 BCE) in 879 BCE at the completion of his new city of Kalhu which was attended by almost 70,000 people who were served, among other treats, over 10,000 measures of beer and 1,000 oxen. The kings of the Neo-Assyrian Empire (912-612 BCE) have long been considered some of the most ruthless monarchs..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Nimrud Ivories (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Nimrud Ivories are a vast collection of figures, panels, and plaques, carved from ivory, dated to the 9th to 7th centuries BCE, discovered in the ruins of the ancient city of Nimrud. Today, they are considered among the finest archaeological jewels of ancient Mesopotamia - and their history is fascinating. In 1845, the archaeologist Austen Henry Layard began excavations at the ruins of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wall Reliefs: Apkallus of the North-West Palace at Nimrud (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Religion is the sigh of the oppressed creature, the heart of a heartless world, and the soul of soulless conditions. It is the opium of the people. (Karl Marx, Critique of Hegel's Philosophy of Right). When it comes to religion, many people who seek it out, even the most powerful ones, do so to cope with difficult times or events. The innate fragility of the human mind forces the human being..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wall Reliefs: Ashurnasirpal II's War Scenes at the British Museum (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Mighty King 600 of their warriors I put to the sword and decapitated; 400 I took alive; 3,000 captives I brought forth; I took possession of the city for myself: the living soldiers, and heads to the city of Amidi the royal city, I sent. (Annals of Assur-Nasir-Pal II 3.107). 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These stories span centuries and civilizations but all have one thing in common..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Syro-Mesopotamia ca. 1764 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the political situation in Syro-Mesopotamia c. 1764 BCE. During this time, the Amorite Kings, Hammurabi of Babylon and Zimri-Lim of Mari were engaged in near-constant warfare with surrounding polities, many of whom were also predominantly Amorite. The two kings crushed powers like Eshnunna and fought back the Elamites. In 1761 BCE, Babylon is known to have taken control of Mari and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Apkallu from Khorsabad (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This alabaster bas-relief is probably part of a long religious ritual scene. The beaded male figure on the left has two pairs of wings and holds a pine cone in his right hand while the left hand holds a bucket. He wears a horned helmet. Behind him, a bearded Assyrian man, wearing a diadem and holding a branch of flowers, stands. Both wear long fringed robes, bracelets, armlets, sandals, and earrings..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ashurbanipal as High Priest (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Stone stela of Ashurbanipal, the king is shown with a ritual basket of earth on his head as the royal builder for the accession of Shamash-shum-ukin and the restoration of Esagil, the sanctuary of Marduk in Babylon. Cuneiform inscription on the front and back. Neo-Assyrian Empire, 7th century BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Archers Attacking an Egyptian Fortress at Memphis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of a large gypsum wall panel showing the Assyrian army attacking the Egyptian city of Memphis and commemorating the final victory of the Assyrian king Ashurbanipal II over the Egyptian king Taharqa in 667 BCE. Panel 17, Room M of the North Palace at Nineveh, Northern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. On the right, an Assyrian soldier holds a large shield protecting archers aiming at the fortress..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Archers from Khorsabad (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Assyrian relief depicting a group of Assyrian archers attacking an enemy (not shown here), from the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq, c. 710 BCE. A soldier holding a large and long shield stands before the archers to protect them. This alabaster bas-relief is the lower register of two; the upper one is very damaged and shows an Assyrian war chariot..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Doorway Protective Spirit (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Protective spirit (one of a pair) in the guise of a royal figure with cloak and mantle. It guarded the doorway into the Temple of Ninurta (chief god of the city of Nimrud and Assyrian god of war and farming) in Nimrud. The temple itself was built by King Ashurnasirpal II (883-859 BCE). The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Groom and Horses (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An alabaster bas-relief of an Assyrian groom leading two horses forward, c. 710 BCE. Traces of the original paint can be seen on this relief. From the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq. On display at Room X of the Iraqi Museum in Baghdad, Republic of Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Horsemen from Khorsabad (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This relief is one of 3 large slabs depicting Assyrian men, with their horses, hunting in what appears to be a pine forest. From the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq. Circa 710 BCE. On display at Room X of the Iraqi Museum in Baghdad, Republic of Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Hunters from Khorsabad (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This relief is one of 3 large slabs depicting Assyrian men, with their horses, hunting in what appears to be a pine forest. From the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq. Circa 710 BCE. 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Lions were not uncommon in the Ancient Near East. King Ashurbanipal of Assyria noted that the hills abounded with..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Master of Ceremonies (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Alabaster-bas relief, part of a long tributary scene, where the Assyrian king, Sargon II (not shown here), stands majestically, waiting to receive the tribute from Urartu (modern-day Armenia). From the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq, c. 710 BCE. This male figure, distinguished from all kinds of staff, and recognizable by the pageboy's hairstyle..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Warriors Relief (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Basalt reliefs depicting Assyrian warriors of different ranks in procession with a royal chariot led by the commander-in-chief of the Assyrian army. The reliefs were acquired and gathered during the years 1848, 1946, 1948, 1982, and 1995 to reassemble the entire walls. From the palace of the Assyrian king Tiglath-Pileser III (744-727 BCE), ancient Hadatu (modern Arslan Tash), Neo-Assyrian Empire..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of the Kassites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Babylonian Empire during the time of the Kassites, roughly the 13th century BC. 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Exhibited in the British Museum London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Destruction of Susa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ashurbanipal's campaign against Susa is triumphantly recorded in this relief showing the sack of Susa in 647 BC. Here, flames rise from the city as Assyrian soldiers topple it with pickaxes and crowbars and carry off the spoils."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Eagle-Headed Protective Spirit (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of the head of an Assyrian protective spirit with the head of an eagle, found in the temple of Ninurta at Kalhu (Nimrud), c. 865-860 BCE. 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Nimrud (ancient Kalhu), north-west palace, room B, door a, panel 2. Neo-Assyrian era, 883-859 BC, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of Tributary Bearers from Urartu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This alabaster bas-relief is part of a long tributary scene, where the Assyrian king, Sargon II (not shown here), stands majestically, waiting to receive the tribute from Urartu (modern-day Armenia). The man on the right is in front of a line of tribute bearers who had come from Urartu to pay respect and tribute to Sargon II. His arms (with clenched fists) are raised in a gesture of subjugation..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "High-Ranking Assyrian Officials (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An almost 3-meter-high alabaster bas-relief depicting four high-ranking Assyrian officials or dignitaries, stepping forward to greet the Assyrian king, Sargon II. From the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq, c. 710 BCE. Leading the officials is the Assyrian Turtanu (not shown here), who should first meet and greet the king. The first two still hold..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Ashurbanipal (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "King Ashurbanipal in a detail of a Neo-Assyrian relief depicting a lion hunt (British Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Ashurbanipal (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "King Ashurbanipal (668-627 BCE) of the Neo-Assyrian Empire depicted in the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Ashurnasirpal II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "King Ashurnasipal II of Assyira (reigned 883 - 859 B.C.), flanked by eagle-headed protective spirits, of which only the left one is visible in this photo. From Nimrud, North-West Palace. Exhibited in the British Museum London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kurba'il Statue of Shalmaneser III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Kurba'il statue of Shalmaneser III (r. 858-824 BCE), found in Fort Shalmaneser in 1961 by the British School of Archaeology in Iraq. The statue originally stood in the Temple of Adad at the city of Kurba'il, north of modern-day Mosul, but it was probably brought in antiquity to Fort Shalmaneser for repair, where it was found. The statue's cuneiform inscriptions mention the first 20 military campaigns..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lamassu from Ashurnasirpal II Palace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a pair of guardian figures (winged human-headed lions) that flanked one of the entrances into the throne room of Ashurnasirpal II (883-859 BCE). Stone mythological guardians, sculpted in relief or in the round, were often placed at gateways to ancient Mesopotamian palaces, to protect them from demonic forces. They were known to the Assyrians as lamassu. This winged lion has five legs so..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion-Hunting Scene, King Ashurbanipal (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sculpted relief illustrating the sporting exploits of the last great Assyrian king, Ashurbanipal, North Palace, room C, panel 20-22, Nineveh, modern-day northern Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, reign of King Ashurbanipal, 668-631 BCE. In ancient Assyria, lion-hunting was considered the sport of kings, symbolic of the ruling monarch’s duty to protect and fight for his people. The hunting scenes, full..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Jewish Deportations (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the deportation of the Jews by the Assyrians."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East, c. 1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East c. 1300 BCE, showing the period of Great Powers, with the six large kingdoms and empires (the Hittites, the Mycenaean Civilization, Assyria, Babylonia, Elam and the New Kingdom of Egypt) co-existing in relative stability. This is the period of diplomacy with has produced the Amarna Letters and the Treaty of Kadesh, the first recorded peace treaty in history..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia, 2000-1600 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A general map of Mesopotamia and its neighbouring territories which roughly covers the period from 2000-1600 BCE reveals the concentration of city states in Sumer, in the south. This is where the first true city-states arose, although the cities of northern Mesopotamia and Syria were roughly contemporaneous. However, the latter remained relatively minor states with a less intensive level of development..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the ancient Near East during the Amarna Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the ancient Near East during the Amarna Period, showing the great powers of the period: Egypt (green), Hatti (yellow), the Kassite kingdom of Babylon (purple), Assyria (grey), and Mittani (red). Lighter areas show direct control, darker areas represent spheres of influence. The extent of the Achaean/Mycenaean civilization is shown in orange."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Assyria in the Middle Assyrian Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Middle Assyrian period (c. 1365–1000 BCE) emerged from the shifting balance of power in the Late Bronze Age Near East. After earlier subordination to Mitanni, Assyria reasserted its autonomy under Ashur-uballit I (reign c. 1365–1330 BCE) as Hittite pressure weakened Mitanni authority in northern Syria and Upper Mesopotamia. This opened the way for Assyria to move beyond a regional kingdom centered..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Fertile Crescent (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The term “Fertile Crescent”, coined in 1916 by Egyptologist James Henry Breasted, refers to a broad arc of land stretching from the eastern Mediterranean through Anatolia and into Mesopotamia. Encompassing parts of today’s Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Turkey, and western Iran, this region earned its name due to its unusually rich soils, varied ecosystems, and river systems, most..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Late Bronze Age Collapse and Transfromation (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Late Bronze Age Collapse and Transformation (c. 1250–1100 BCE) was a period of major political, economic, and social disruption across the Aegean, Eastern Mediterranean, Anatolia, and Mesopotamia. Highly interconnected palace-based states, dependent on centralized administration, agricultural surplus, and long-distance exchange, proved vulnerable as these systems weakened. The Mycenaean palatial..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Neo-Assyrian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Neo-Assyrian Empire and its expansions."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Palace of Khorsabad (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artistic attempt at reconstruction of the inside of the palace of Khorsabad, constructed by the Assyrian king Sargon II. From the 1901 Brockhaus Enzyklopädie."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Royal Lion Hunt on Chariot (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Relief depicting a royal lion hunt on a chariot, Neo-Assyrian Empire, c. 645-635 BCE. The king (recognizable by his distinctive hat) rides around the arena on a chariot shooting lions with arrows. His attendants fend off a lion that is attacking from behind. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sargon II and Turtanu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This almost 3 meters high alabaster bas-relief depicts the Assyrian king Sargon II (left; wearing the typical conical hat). Recognizable by the long sword hanging on his side, diadem, long curly beard, and the elegant dress, a figure greets the king in close proximity, almost touching him, indicating a very high-ranking official. This is Turtanu (in Assyrian); he is the chief-in-command of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sargon II Attacks a City (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This relief was part of Sargon II's throne, from Throne Hall VII of the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq. Circa 710 BCE. The Assyrian king, Sargon II, stands in his royal chariot, below a parasol. He is accompanied by the charioteer and a guard. The chariot is driven by a pair of horses; a fallen, dying, and a naked enemy appears below the horses..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sargon II Basalt Stele (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This embossed human head stele is believed to be Sargon II (reigned 722-705 BCE) "who was one of the most important kings of the Neo-Assyrian Empire as founder of the Sargonid Dynasty." He is the father of Sennacherib (reigned 705-681 BCE), perhaps the most recognizable Assyrian King due to his role in the Old Testament narratives (II Kings, II Chronicles, and Isaiah). This embossed basalt stone..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sargon II Wall Relief (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sargon II (r. 722-705 BCE), one of the most important kings of the Neo-Assyrian Empire and founder of the Sargonid Dynasty, with a dignitary on a low-relief from the left wall of the palace of Sargon II at Dur Sharrukin in Assyria, now Khorsabad in Iraq, c. 716-713 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sargon II's Throne (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two Assyrian servants carry what appears to the throne of King Sargon II. Traces of the original paint can be seen. Note the details of the throne. This alabaster bas-relief is part of a long tributary scene, where the Assyrian king, Sargon II (not shown here), stands majestically, waiting to receive the tribute from Urartu (modern-day Armenia). From the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Semiramis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Semiramis by William Wetmore Story, 1872-3, Dallas Museum of Art. Photo by Mark Carroll Photography, All Rights Reserved. (Used by permission of Mark Carroll Photography.)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sennacherib (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sennacherib of Assyria (reigned 704 – 681 BC) during his Babylonian war, relief from his palace in Nineveh."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shalmaneser III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail from a statue of Shalmaneser III (859 BC – 824 BC) at Istanbul Archaeology Museums."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of a Minor Deity from Khorsabad (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This statue of a minor deity (probably Ea, god of water and sea) stands and holds a vessel in his hands, from which water flows. 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It depicts the king, before the symbols of his principal gods. He extends his right hand, with the forefinger outstretched as if he has just snapped his fingers. This is the typical Assyrian gesture of respect and supplication towards the gods. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Assyrian Empire and the Region about the Eastern Mediterranean, 750-625 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Assyrian Empire and the Region about the Eastern Mediterranean, 750-625 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Black Obelisk of King Shalmaneser III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This obelisk was erected as a public monument in 825 BCE at a time of civil war. The relief sculptures glorify the achievements of King Shalmaneser III and his commander-in-chief . It lists their military campaigns of 31 years and the tribute they exacted from their neighbors. It is the most complete Assyrian obelisk yet discovered, and it is historically significant because it is thought to display..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tiglath Pileser I (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "From a rock relief found in 1862 CE at Birleyn, also called "The Tigris Tunnel", in modern-day Turkey. Tiglath Pileser I is identified in the cuneiform inscription. British Museum, London"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tribute Bearers from Urartu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two bearded male figures from Urartu carrying tribute. This alabaster-bas relief is part of a long tributary scene, where the Assyrian king, Sargon II (not shown here), stands majestically, waiting to receive the tribute from Urartu (modern-day Armenia). From the Royal Palace of Sargon II at Khorsabad, in modern-day Ninevah Governorate, Iraq. Circa 710 BCE. On display at Room X of the Iraqi Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "3D Digital Art Ancient Nineveh - Ashurbanipal, Assyria (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Assyrian city of Nineveh shown in almost real-time (in modern day Iraq, Assyria Regional Governorate)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Short History of Assyria and the Neo-Assyrian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Assyria has a long history, beginning in northern Mesopotamia and then expanding during the Neo-Assyrian Empire from Mesopotamia through Asia Minor, and down through Egypt. The empire began in the city of Ashur and went through many different stages of expansion and sacking by a number of kingdoms including the Mittani, the Babylonians and the Hittites. The Neo-Assyrian Empire, also known as..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ashur (Qal'at Sherqat) (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient city of Ashur in Iraq is located on the Tigris River in northern Mesopotamia in a specific geo-ecological zone, at the borderline between rain-fed and irrigation agriculture. The city dates back to the 3rd millennium BC. From the 14th to the 9th centuries BC it was the first capital of the Assyrian Empire, a city-state and trading platform of international importance. It also served..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ashurbanipal Hunting Lions (Assyrian) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=J5iEY4hapMQ Ashurbanipal Hunting Lions, relief from the North Palace, Ninevah, Assyrian, c. 645-635 B.C.E. 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Carlos Museum, describes this stone palace wall relief panel of an Assyrian winged deity from the Palace of Ashurnasirpal II (reigned 883-859 BCE) from the ancient city of Nimrud, capital of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, in present-day Iraq. It is north of Baghdad, 21 miles SE of Mosul."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - Assyria (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In the final part of his Near East lecture, Dr. David Neiman discusses the Assyrian civilization that eventually came to dominate the Near East in the late second millennium BCE. He details the archives found at Mari and Nuzi, and ends with how Shamshi-Adad I of Assyria established an empire over neighboring states."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Digital Reconstruction of the Northwest Palace, Nimrud, Assyria (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video reconstructs the Nortwest Palace of Ashurnasirpal II at Nimrud (near modern Mosul in northern Iraq) as it would have appeared during his reign in the ninth century B.C. The video moves from the outer courtyards of the palace into the throne room and beyond into more private spaces, perhaps used for rituals. The video also shows the original location and painted colors of the relief depicting..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Khorsabad (Dur-Sharrukin) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "3D reconstruction of Khorsabad designed by Kais Jacob Ishak. KHORSABAD (Dur-Sharrukin) Capital of the Assyrian Empire in the ancient world (Mesopotamia) built by King Sargon II in 717 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sam'al Stela of the Assyrian King Esarhaddon (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This commemorative basalt stela depicts the Assyrian king Esarhaddon worshiping gods and symbols of gods. The king's left hand holds a royal mace and two ropes. These ropes pass through the lips of two captives. The kneeling smaller figure appears to an Egyptian crown prince, while the larger standing man is a Syrian city-state governor. There are cuneiform inscriptions on the front side of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The rise and fall of the Assyrian Empire - Marian H Feldman (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Check out our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/teded View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-assyrian-empire-marian-h-feldman Before the sun never set on the British Empire; before Genghis Khan swept the steppe; before Rome extended its influence to encircle the Mediterranean Sea; there was ancient Assyria. Considered by historians to be the first true empire..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Knossos (pronounced Kuh-nuh-SOS) is the ancient Minoan palace and surrounding city on the island of Crete, sung of by Homer in his Odyssey: “Among their cities is the great city of Cnosus, where Minos reigned when nine years old, he that held converse with great Zeus.” King Minos, famous for his wisdom and, later, one of the three judges of the dead in the underworld, would give his..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beauty in the Bronze Age - Minoan & Mycenaean Fashion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dress and appearance in Bronze Age Greece (c. 3100 BCE - c. 1100 BCE) played a part in defining gender roles and emphasising idealized beauty that planted the seed for modern-day standards. The Minoans turned the island of Crete into a Mediterranean powerhouse and dominated Aegean culture until around 1450 BCE when the Mycenaean civilization from the Greek mainland peaked and wrested control. 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In the Odyssey, Homer describes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Illustrator Flora of Flaroh Illustration (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Join World History Encyclopedia as they chat with Flora of Flaroh Illustration, a freelance illustrator who loves to create art inspired by archaeological artefacts and myths. Kelly (WHE): What is your process in creating art based on history? Flora (Flaroh Illustration): There is not really one set way. Some pieces I choose because I obviously love history and I want to draw that, but other..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Dragonfly Song by Wendy Orr (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In this interview, Ancient History Encyclopedia is talking to Wendy Orr about her first historical fiction novel set in the Aegean Bronze Age, Dragonfly Song. Kelly Macquire (AHE): Wendy, thank you for joining me! Do you want to start off just telling everyone a little bit about what the book is about? 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(Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Until Sir Arthur Evans unearthed the palace of Knossos, the half-man-half bull killed by Theseus was considered just a popular legend; archaeology changed that perception. King Minos, of Crete, fought hard with his brother to ascend the throne and, having won the kingship and exiled his brother, prayed to the god of the sea, Poseidon, for a snow white bull as a sign of the god's approval. 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The two lower levels are original, while the two upper have been restored..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Griffin Fresco, Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The griffin fresco in situ, Minoan palace of Knossos, Crete, (1700-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Griffin Fresco, Knossos, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the griffin fresco reproduction from the throne room, palace of Knossos, Crete, (1700-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete, probably the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization and culture. It is a popular tourist destination today, as it is near the main city of Heraklion and has been substantially if imaginatively "rebuilt", making the site accessible to the casual visitor in a way that a field of unmarked ruins is not."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos Palace, Crete - Reconstruction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The palace of Knossos, was constructed c. 1700 BCE. In addition to its political function, it was perhaps also designed as an economic and religious centre for the Minoan civilization. Knossos was destroyed for the final time c. 1380 BCE - surviving invasion, fire, and earthquake nearly a century longer than similar Minoan complexes. Without a way to decipher Minoan writings, the ruin’s many..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Labyrinth of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Inside the 'labyrinth' of the Minoan palace at Knossos, Crete, (c. 1500 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Labyrinth, Knossos Silver Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver tetradrachm, Knossos, Crete. 2nd-1st century BCE. O: Zeus, R: Labyrinth. 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A feminine figure looks on from the right, possibly Ariadne. Late 6th to early 5th century BCE. Archaeological Museum, Milan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Throne Room at the Palace of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Throne Room at the Palace of Knossos in Crete was a chamber built for sacred ceremonials during the 15th century BCE and was part of a larger complex that also included an anteroom and an inner chamber. The throne, made of alabaster and standing in the place where it was found, is considered the oldest in Europe. The walls of the Throne Room were decorated with frescoes of griffins, mythical..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Mini Introduction to Knossos (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Follow Theresa on a short tour of the ancient ruins of Knossos on the island of Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dragonfly Song // An Interview with Author Wendy Orr (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dragonfly Song, a middle-grade novel by Wendy Orr is set during the Bronze Age in the Aegean. Working with both archaeological evidence, research and her own imagination, Wendy has produced a brilliant book and in this interview, we chat about her experiences on Crete, her inspiration for the novel and the weaving of history, imagination and myth as well as verse and prose."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos Crete - The palace of Knossos - ancient (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Knossos nearby Heraklion Crete. Shot by HD-video. The great ancient Minoan palace was built gradually between 1700 and 1400 BC, with periodic rebuildings after destruction. Go and vist Crete your self. Video-editing, background music etc.. Pinnacle Studie 12 Ultimate Plus. 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It wasn’t an easy journey for him and he had to battle six monsters..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans and Mycenaeans: Civilizations of the Bronze Age Aegean (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Minoans and the Mycenaeans were both powerful civilizations of the Bronze Age Aegean, and often they are through to follow one after the other. However, this comparison video will detail through some of the similarities and differences between the Minoans and Mycenaeans, and the transmission of culture, practices and art which occurred between the two groups. The Palace of Knossos is the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans: A Civilization of Bronze Age Crete (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Minoans were a civilization who flourished during the Bronze Age in the Aegean, and originated from the island of Crete. The #Minoans were a strong maritime entity and traded throughout the Aegean, primarily with the early Mycenaeans on mainland Greece, and with Egypt. #Knossos is a well known site which was excavated by Arthur Evans. The frescoes which survived have become iconic, such as the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenae (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Mycenae was a fortified late Bronze Age city located between two hills on the Argolid plain of the Peloponnese, Greece. The acropolis today dates from between the 14th and 13th century BCE when the Mycenaean civilization was at its peak of power, influence and artistic expression. The archaeological sites of Mycenae and nearby Tiryns are listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

In..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beauty in the Bronze Age - Minoan & Mycenaean Fashion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dress and appearance in Bronze Age Greece (c. 3100 BCE - c. 1100 BCE) played a part in defining gender roles and emphasising idealized beauty that planted the seed for modern-day standards. The Minoans turned the island of Crete into a Mediterranean powerhouse and dominated Aegean culture until around 1450 BCE when the Mycenaean civilization from the Greek mainland peaked and wrested control. Frescoes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Dr. Rita Roussos (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Join World History Encyclopedia as they chat with Dr. Rita Roussos. Dr. Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites like Isthmia, Kato, and Mantinea. If you did not already know, World History has teamed up with Adante Travels and designed a tour in Greece exclusively for our..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The pottery of the Mycenaean civilization (1550-1050 BCE), although heavily influenced by the earlier Minoans based on Crete, nevertheless, added new pottery shapes to the existing range and achieved its own distinctive decorative style which was strikingly homogenous across Mycenaean Greece. Mycenaean wares typically display stylized representations of marine and plant life and show a fondness..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans & Mycenaeans: Comparison of Two Bronze Age Civilisations (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age Aegean in the eastern Mediterranean encompassed several powerful entities: the Minoans on Crete; the Mycenaeans on mainland Greece, and the Cypriots on Cyprus. These cultures are often examined separately, and thus the ample cross-cultural transmission between them is overlooked. Focussing on the Minoans and Mycenaeans, although they are often perceived as one following after the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Argolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Plain of the Argolis, as seen from Mycenae in Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Artist's Impression of Mycenaean Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's Impression of Mycenaean warriors attacking an enemy city. The Mycenaean civilization flourished in the Mediterranean during the Late Bronze Age (c. 1700-1100 BCE), peaking from the 15th to the 13th century BCE. 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(National Archaeological Museum, Athens)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fountain Entrance, Mycenae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The inner entrance to the stepped tunnel (1200 BCE) which descends 18 metres to a subterranean well. The well is supplied via a stone aqueduct from a spring east of the citadel."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Death Mask, Mycenae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Beaten gold death mask from Grave Circle A, Mycenae, 16th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Mycenaean Burial Mask (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Beaten gold death mask from Grave Circle A, Mycenae, 16th century BCE. 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(Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=tu5mKn3_h7Y Lion Gate, Mycenae, c. 1300-1250 B.C.E., limestone, relief panel 9' 6" high Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lost Cities of the Ancient World - Interview With Author Philip Matyszak (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "What happened to the places that history forgot – the cities submerged under water, decimated by invading armies or swallowed up by the sands of time? Where are they, and what can they tell us about our past? 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The Mycenaeans were as distant and mysterious to the Golden Age Greeks as Plato and Socrates are to us today. Mycenae lay unappreciated until the 19th century when a treasure trove..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The "Palace" and Grave Circle A at Mycenae, c. 1600-1100 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=S7HJB0PtiW0 Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Curse of the House of Atreus (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "There aren't many families in ancient greek Mythology that were quite as unlucky as the house of Atreus and the multiple curses that plagued the household over multiple generations. Atreus was the mythical Greek king of Mycenae. 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The Palace of Knossos is the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Treasury of Atreus, c. 1300-1250 B.C.E., Mycenae, Greece (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=Cc9cLmgXp_A The Treasury of Atreus, c. 1300-1250 B.C.E., Mycenae, Greece Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris & Dr. Steven Zucker"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Peloponnese (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Peloponnese is a large peninsula linked to the northern territory of Greece by the Isthmus of Corinth. To the west of the Peloponnese is the Ionian sea while to the east is the Aegean Sea. The terrain is typified by high limestone mountains, narrow coastal plains, and natural rocky harbours. The area contained several cities important in antiquity such as Mycenae, Argos, Megalopolis, Sparta..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The pottery of the Mycenaean civilization (1550-1050 BCE), although heavily influenced by the earlier Minoans based on Crete, nevertheless, added new pottery shapes to the existing range and achieved its own distinctive decorative style which was strikingly homogenous across Mycenaean Greece. 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Phrygia was the name of an ancient Anatolian kingdom (12th-7th century BCE) and, following its demise, the term was then applied to the general geographical area it once covered in the western plateau of Asia Minor. With its capital at Gordium and a culture which curiously mixed Anatolian, Greek, and Near Eastern elements, one of the kingdom's most famous figures is the legendary King Midas..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Conflict & Celts: The Creation of Ancient Galatia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Galatia was the most long-lasting and powerful Celtic settlement outside of Europe. It was the only kingdom of note to be forged during the Celtic invasions of the Mediterranean in the 4th and 3rd centuries BCE. From its foundation, Galatia was a formidable power in Asia Minor, capable of demanding tribute from powerful states like the Kingdom of Pergamon. 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Phoenicia was an ancient civilization composed of independent city-states located along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea stretching through what is now Syria, Lebanon and northern Israel. The Phoenicians were a great maritime people, known for their mighty ships adorned with horses' heads in honor of their god of the sea, Yamm, the brother of Mot, the god of death.

The island city..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander's Siege of Tyre, 332 BCE (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "After defeating Darius III at the battle of Issus in November 333 BCE, Alexander marched his army (about 35,000-40,000 strong) into Phoenicia, where he received the capitulation of Byblus and Sidon. Tyrian envoys met with Alexander whilst he was on the march, declaring their intent to honour his wishes. Causes of the Siege Alexander's request was simple: he wished to sacrifice to Heracles..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Diasporic Communities in the Mediterranean & Beyond (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "A diaspora is a large group of people with a similar heritage or homeland who have since moved from their original homelands to another country. In terms of ethnicity, they share a common language, worldviews, myths, religious concepts and rituals, social customs, and food. The Greek term dia speiro ("to sow over" or "to scatter about") indicates a transplanting of a culture from one area to another..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phoenician Names (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Phoenician names are generally composite words with a specific meaning. The naming of children had a significance in the Ancient Near East that is difficult to understand nowadays. 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We will even visit the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Site of Sabratha (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A Phoenician trading-post that served as an outlet for the products of the African hinterland, Sabratha was part of the short-lived Numidian Kingdom of Massinissa before being Romanized and rebuilt in the 2nd and 3rd centuries A.D. 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Jerusalem is a major holy city for the three Western traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It sits on spurs of bedrock between the Mediterranean Sea and the Dead Sea area. To the north and west, it tapers off to the Jezreel Valley and the hills of the Galilee, while to the south lies the Judean desert. The city is surrounded by three steep ravines (to the east, south, and west). On..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Early Judaism (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "During the period of early Judaism (6th century BCE - 70 CE), Judean religion began to develop ideas which diverged significantly from 10th-to-7th-centuries BCE Israelite and Judean religion. 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Routes now funneled the faithful to regional sanctuaries where relics of saints and martyrs promised spiritual merit closer to home..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Jewish Deportations (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the deportation of the Jews by the Assyrians."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Early Christian Pilgrimage (4th-5th Century) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The rise of Christian pilgrimage begins after the conversion of Emperor Constantine (reign 306–337 CE) and the legalization of Christianity in the Edict of Milan (313 CE). The word pilgrim comes from the Latin peregrinus meaning “stranger” or “one on a journey,” reflecting both physical travel and spiritual quest. From the 4th century onward, journeys to holy places became an integral part of Christian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the First Crusade, 1096 - 1099 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The First Crusade (1096–1099) emerged from Pope Urban II’s (reign 1088–1099) appeal at the Council of Clermont (1095), following requests for military assistance from Byzantine emperor Alexios I Komnenos (reign 1081–1118). Combining armed pilgrimage, religious devotion, papal leadership, aristocratic interests, and the objective of reaching Jerusalem, forces from Western Europe travelled through..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the First Three Crusades & the 12th-Century Outremer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These maps illustrate the trajectory of the early Crusades (1096–1192), a series of military campaigns launched by the medieval Latin Church with the declared goal of reclaiming the Holy Land—centered between the Mediterranean Sea and the eastern bank of the Jordan River—from Muslim control. Spurred by religious zeal, political ambition, and the promise of salvation, these expeditions drew tens..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Islamic Conquests in the 7th-9th Centuries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the rise and rapid expansion of Islam from the time of the Prophet Muhammad (622–632 CE) through the great caliphates of the 7th to 9th centuries. Beginning in Arabia, the new faith and its armies spread under the Rashidun Caliphs (632–661 CE), followed by the Umayyad Caliphate (661–750 CE) and the Abbasid Caliphate (750–c. 900 CE), creating one of history’s largest and most..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Journeys of Paul the Apostle, c. 46-63 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The journeys of Paul the Apostle, also known as Saul of Tarsus, unfolded during the mid-1st century CE within the highly interconnected world of the Roman Empire under Claudius (reign 41-54 CE) and Nero (reign 54-68 CE). 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This portion dates to the time of Emperor Justinian (6th century CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reproduction of Madaba Mosaic Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Reproduction of the 6th century CE Madaba Mosaic depicting the map of Jerusalem. The Madaba Mosaic Map is part of a floor mosaic in the early Byzantine church of Saint George at Madaba, Jordan. It is a map of the Middle East. Part of it contains the oldest surviving original cartographic depiction of the Holy Land and especially Jerusalem. 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The labels on the two lower corners read "dom" (which means judgment) and "gisl" (meaning hostage). The Casket was donated by Sir Augustus..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Siloam Inscription from Jerusalem (Image)"; dcterms:abstract ""During the reign of King Hezekiah of Juda (c. 725-697 BCE), the Assyrians completed the conquest of Israel, and the city of Juda was left as the only surviving independent state in the region. To ensure that the capital would not suffer any shortage of water in times of siege, the King built a tunnel of some 533 meters (improving an earlier version) between the spirng of Gihon and the pool of Siloam..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Valley of Hinnom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Tombs at the Valley of Hinnom, the site in Jerusalem that became symbolic of an early version of hell, Gehenna."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Western Wall in Jerusalem (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Western Wall in Jerusalem has been the center of Jewish learning and memory for over 2,000 years. As the only fragment of the Great Temple to survive the Roman destruction following the Great Jewish Revolt of 66 CE, the wall is omnipresent in the historical Jewish consciousness as it is the most sacred structure in Judaism. While originally built to support the western side of the Temple Mount..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Epic Journey To The Holy Land w/ Simon Reeve | BBC History (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Simon Reeve begins in Istanbul, Turkey, a busy medieval staging post for pilgrims to the Holy Land. Before falling to the Ottoman Empire, it was the centre of Roman Christianity under Emperor Constantine. His mother Helena, arguably the first pilgrim to the Holy Land, brought back relics from Jerusalem to fill the city's churches, which made it a major destination for pilgrimage in its own right..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Jerusalem, Israel: Temple Mount and The Dome of the Rock (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More info about Rick's travels to Israel: http://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/read/articles/why-visit-israel Jerusalem is alive with religious tradition and passion — Christian, Muslim, and Jewish. Within a 10-minute walk you can see the Church of the Holy Sepulchre — so sacred to Christians, the Dome of the Rock — treasured by Muslims, and at Temple Mount, the holiest place in Judaism..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Judaism: Inside the Torah (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video explains the conquering of Jerusalem and the fulfilment of creating a Kingdom of Israel for the Jewish people by King David. This sequence of events is paramount in the religious tradition of Judaism."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queens of Jerusalem with Katherine Pangonis (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Katherine Pangonis' new book Queens of Jerusalem: The Women Who Dared to Rule sheds light on the somewhat overlooked women, queens and princesses of Outremer (the Crusader States). The book is about a dynasty of women who ruled in the Middle East during the medieval period, specifically in the 12th century during the times of the Crusades. It starts with Morphia of Melitene. She's an Armenian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Relief from the Arch of Titus, showing The Spoils of Jerusalem being brought into Rome (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Relief panel showing The Spoils of Jerusalem being brought into Rome, Arch of Titus, Rome, after 81 C.E., marble, 7 feet,10 inches high Speakers: Dr. Steven Fine and Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Church and The Jews - Cyrus The Great (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dr. Neiman discusses the lives and experience of the Jews under Persian emperor Cyrus the Great and the subsequent rebuilding of their Temple in Judah."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Church and The Jews - Early Jewish Diaspora (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this second excerpt from Dr. David Neiman's lecture series, "The Church and The Jews", Dr. Neiman discusses the early Jewish diaspora communities that existed before the advent of Christianity."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Church and The Jews - The Jews in Ancient Persia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this fourth excerpt from Dr. David Neiman's lecture series, "The Church and The Jews", Dr. Neiman describes the great freedoms and privileges that the diaspora Jews of the Persian Empire enjoyed."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Church and the Jews: The Destruction of the Temple (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This is the eighth and final segment in an ongoing series of lectures entitled "The Church and The Jews", Dr. Neiman analyzes the inherent conflicts that existed between the early Christians and the Jews, and the Christian attempt to confront the theological implications of the Jewish People."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Crusades: A Brief History of the Medieval Religious Wars (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video will give you a brief, yet detailed history of the Medieval religious wars known as the Crusades, beginning at the first crusade with the people's crusade led by Peter the Hermit, and working our way to the final official crusade. 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Sparta was one of the most important city-states in ancient Greece and was famous for its military prowess. The professional and well-trained Spartan hoplites with their distinctive red cloaks and long hair were probably the best and most feared fighters in Greece, fighting with distinction at key battles against the Persian army at Thermopylae and Plataea in the 5th century BCE.

The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agoge, the Spartan Education Program (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The agoge was the ancient Spartan education program, which trained male youths in the art of war. The word means "raising" in the sense of raising livestock from youth toward a specific purpose. The program was first instituted by the lawgiver Lycurgus (l. 9th century BCE) and was integral to Sparta’s military strength and political power. 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The Greek..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 2: From Eurymedon to the Thirty Years Peace (465/4-445/4 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The second phase of the Delian League's operations begins with the Hellenic victory over Mede forces at Eurymedon and ends with the Thirty Years Peace between Athens and Sparta (roughly 465/4 – 445/4 BCE).The Greek triumph at Eurymedon resulted in a cessation of hostilities against the Persians, which lasted almost six years. Whether..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 4: The Ten Years War (431/0-421/0 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The fourth phase of the Delian League encompasses the first part of the Great Peloponnesian War, also referred to as the Ten Years War, sometimes called quite incorrectly The Archidamian War, and it ends with the Peace of Nicias (431/30 – 421/20 BCE). Though the Ten Years War had several surprising events, the two alliances fought essentially..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 5: The Peace of Nicias, Quadruple Alliance, and Sicilian Expedition (421/0-413/2 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The fifth phase of the Delian League begins with the Peace of Nicias – a settlement that settled nothing – and ends with the start of the Decelean War (also referred to as the Ionian War). This conflict's beginning overlaps the League's disaster in Sicily, which occurred shortly thereafter (421/0 – 413/2 BCE). Although the resources..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Grand Strategy of Classical Sparta (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In ancient Lacedaemon, as in all enduring political communities, there was a symbiotic relationship between the form of government chosen, the way of life that this form of government fostered, and the grand strategy that the community gradually articulated for the defense of its ruling order and way of life. In the Spartan case, this symbiosis becomes vividly evident if one traces the emergence..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek Phalanx (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the most effective and enduring military formations in ancient warfare was that of the Greek phalanx. The age of the phalanx may be traced back to Sumeria in the 25th century BCE, through Egypt, and finally appearing in Greek literature through Homer in the 8th century BCE (and since has been generally associated with Greek warfare strategy, the name itself coming from the Greek word for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Rise of Cities in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The history of the ancient world has always been told as a history of cities, from Homer's epic poems about events just before and just after the sack of Troy, through the prose histories of wars between Athens and Sparta, Rome and Carthage. 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In..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Peloponnesian War, Beginning (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Alliances of the Peloponnesian War, as well as the respective strategies of the opposing factions of Sparta and Athens, and their allies."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Peloponnesian Wars (431-404 BCE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows Greece, Asia Minor and Sicily during the Peloponnesian Wars. The main powers of Athens, Sparta and their allies, as well as Achaemenid Persia and neutral states, are highlighted. Key battles are indicated by an X and military campaigns are indicated as arrows."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Part of an Unfinished Horse in Limestone (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The outline is incised and then roughly cut round. A bridle is indicated and, on the extreme left, perhaps the knee of the rider. Presented by the Committee of the British School at Athens. Greek, about 500 BCE. From the Sanctuary of Artemis, Orthia, Sparta, Greece. 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(R: Artemis)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Spartan Territory (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map indicating the location of Sparta and her territory in the Peloponnese."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Spartan Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a 3d representation of how Spartan warriors in action might have looked. Armoured warriors equipped with shield and spear, known as Hoplites, were typical of ancient Greek warfare."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Spartan Woman Bronze Statue (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A bronze statue, likely of a Spartan woman. c. 500 BCE. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Young Spartans Exercising by Degas (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A c. 1861 oil on canvas painting, Young Spartans Exercising, by Edgar Degas (1834-1917), the French impressionist painter. A typical early work of the artist when he was still interested in becoming a historical painter. The frieze-like quality reminds of Neoclassical art. The scene may be interpreted as an athletic battle between the sexes. The boys seems more confident, the girls rather a mix..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Comparison of the Greek City-States: Athens vs Sparta (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Athens vs Sparta! Learn all about the similarities and differences of the Greek City-States, Athens and Sparta! This short comparison with Kelly Macquire discusses the important differences between Athens and Sparta during the height of their power. The government for Athens and Sparta were very different, with Athens being a democracy and Sparta being a dual monarchy. They both had an assembly..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "East and West Pediments from the Temple of Aphaia, Aegina, c. 490-480 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=pdqOIg_QYSc East and West Pediments from the Temple of Aphaia, Aegina, c. 490-480 B.C.E. 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I explore why they don't speak like the rest of Greece and dig into their connection to ancient Sparta. Will their Tsakonian language survive? Ancient Greece was home to a variety of dialects. Athens and Sparta both put up a major fight. Long story short, the dialect of one of those cities won out. Guess which? Athens..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Misunderstood Moments in History - The Spartan Myth (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Start your 30 day free trial here: http://ow.ly/eCd230fiZ7Q The Spartans are immortalized in history as super soldiers bred for war. However most of what we think we know about them is a lie. Today we will unmask the truth behind the Spartan Myth. The Great Courses Plus is currently available to watch through a web browser to almost anyone in the world and optimized for the US market. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Telesilla of Argos, the Greek Lyric Poet who Defended Argos (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Telesilla was a Greek lyric poet who lived in Argos in the fifth century BCE. Along with the famous poet Sappho, Telesilla was named as one of the Nine Female Lyric Poets of Greece, and is known for both her lyric poetry (even though only two lines survive) and for her courage as the defender of Argos against Sparta. According to Plutarch, when Telesilla learnt that the Argive army was killed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Carthage was a Phoenician city-state on the coast of North Africa (the site of modern-day Tunis) which, prior the conflict with Rome known as the Punic Wars (264-146 BCE), was the largest, most affluent, and powerful political entity in the Mediterranean. The city was originally known as Kart-hadasht (new city) to distinguish it from the older Phoenician city of Utica nearby. The Greeks..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aristotle on the Constitution of Carthage, c. 340 BC (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Carthaginians are also considered to have an excellent form of government, which differs from that of any other state in several respects, though it is in some very like the Spartan. Indeed, all three states—-the Spartan, the Cretan, and the Carthaginian—-nearly resemble one another, and are very different from any others. Many of the Carthaginian institutions are excellent. The superiority..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The society of Carthage was dominated by an aristocratic trading class who held all of the important political and religious positions, but below this strata was a cosmopolitan mix of artisans, labourers, mercenaries, slaves, and foreigners from across the Mediterranean. The city's population at its peak was somewhere around 400,000, and the international blend of skills and cultures was a recipe..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Trade (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Carthaginians, like their Phoenician forefathers, were highly successful traders who sailed the Mediterranean with their goods, and such was their success that Carthage became the richest city in the ancient world. Metals, foodstuffs, slaves, and high-quality manufactured goods such as fine cloths and gold jewellery were bought and sold to anyone who could afford them. The Carthaginians became..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Elephants in Greek & Roman Warfare (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In the search for ever more impressive and lethal weapons to shock the enemy and bring total victory the armies of ancient Greece, Carthage, and even sometimes Rome turned to the elephant. Huge, exotic, and frightening the life out of an unprepared enemy they seemed the perfect weapon in an age where developments in warfare were very limited. Unfortunately, impressive though they must have seemed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Genocide in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Genocide is often viewed as a particular feature of our own current age. This perception largely stems from the terrible events which took place during World War Two in the 20th century CE in the parts of Europe occupied by the Nazis. However, there are certain occasions in the ancient world which could also be possibly considered as genocide. In considering genocide from an historical perspective..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hanno: Carthaginian Explorer (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In the 5th century BCE, the Carthaginian explorer Hanno sailed beyond the Pillars of Hercules, out of the Mediterranean and into hitherto unknown territory down the Atlantic coast of Africa. In his search to find new resources and trading opportunities he encountered such exotic and unfamiliar sights as restless natives, swift-footed pygmies, gorillas, and erupting volcanoes. The expedition became..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "North Africa During the Classical Period (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Phoenician traders arrived on the North African coast around 900 B.C. and established Carthage (in present-day Tunisia) around 800 B.C. By the sixth century B.C., a Phoenician presence existed at Tipasa (east of Cherchell in Algeria). From their principal center of power at Carthage, the Carthaginians expanded and established small settlements (called emporia in Greek) along the North African coast..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle of Zama - The Beginning of Roman Conquest (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Battle of Zama (202 BCE) was the final engagement of the Second Punic War (218-202 BCE) at which Hannibal Barca of Carthage (l. 247-183 BCE) was defeated by Scipio Africanus of Rome (l. 236-183 BCE) ending the conflict in Rome's favor. The Second Punic War had begun when Hannibal attacked the city of Saguntum, a Roman ally, in Spain and continued with a number of stunning victories by Hannibal..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenicians - Master Mariners (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Driven by their desire for trade and the acquisition of such commodities as silver from Spain, gold from Africa, and tin from the Scilly Isles, the Phoenicians sailed far and wide, even beyond the Mediterranean's traditional safe limits of the Pillars of Hercules and into the Atlantic. They were credited with many important nautical inventions and firmly established a reputation as the greatest..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Price of Greed: Hannibal's Betrayal by Carthage (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Hannibal Barca (l. 247-183 BCE), the brilliant Carthaginian general of the Second Punic War (218-202 BCE), had the military talent, expertise, and skill to have won the conflict but was denied the resources by his government. The Carthaginian senate repeatedly refused Hannibal's requests for aid and supplies even as they were relying on him to win the war for them. This kind of selfish behavior..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Punic Necropolis of Mahdia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Punic funerary remains of Mahdia, a series of tombs carved into the rock, date back to a period between the 5th and the 2nd century BCE and are located in the northeast of Tunisia. These tombs are useful for us to understand the acculturation between the local populations known as Libyans and the Phoenicians of eastern origin. Mahdia Mahdia is one of the major cities of the ancient Byzacene..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Rise of Cities in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The history of the ancient world has always been told as a history of cities, from Homer's epic poems about events just before and just after the sack of Troy, through the prose histories of wars between Athens and Sparta, Rome and Carthage. From the 5th century BCE, most historians, dramatists, philosophers, orators, and scholars spent much of their lives in cities, and crucially so did their readers..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in the Phoenician World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Phoenicians, based on a narrow coastal strip of the Levant, put their excellent seafaring skills to good use and created a network of colonies and trade centres across the ancient Mediterranean. Their major trade routes were by sea to the Greek islands, across southern Europe, down the Atlantic coast of Africa, and up to ancient Britain. In addition, Arabia and India were reached via the Red..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Treasures of Roman Tunisia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Set on the North African coast, Tunisia is home to some of the finest Roman ruins in the Mediterranean. After the fall of Carthage, Rome transformed the region into the prosperous province of Africa, enriched by its fertile plains and bustling cities. This land, shaped by dramatic events that influenced ancient history, has left behind an extraordinary archaeological legacy with ruins scattered..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Baths of Antoninus, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Baths of Antoninus in Carthage, photograph by Carole Raddato, Tunisia, 12 February, 2023. The Baths of Antoninus in Carthage (modern-day Tunis) are a huge Roman bath complex built between 145 and 162 CE, primarily during the reign of Antoninus Pius. These 2nd-century CE baths were once the largest in Africa and outside Rome. They had a complex array of rooms with vaults resting on..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of Cannae - Initial Deployment (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Battle of Cannae showing the initial deployment and the Roman attack."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byrsa Punic Houses, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of Punic residences in ancient Carthage, photograph by Carole Raddato, Tunisia, 19 February, 2023. Remains of Punic houses in the so-called District of Hannibal, the 2nd-century BCE Punic residential district of Carthage in Byrsa Hill (modern-day Tunis). The houses were preserved under the Roman forum's foundation, which was built atop the Punic ruins. The houses were organised into blocks..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Campaigns of the Second Punic War (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating the campaigns of the Second Punic War (218-201 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage - Artist's Impression (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of what the ancient city of Carthage may have looked like, with Carthage's famous military harbour (also known as Cothon) in the background. Created by Amplitude Studios for the video game Humankind."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage and its Harbour (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a 3D rendition of what Carthage might have looked like at the height of its power. In the foreground you can see the Cothon, the city's famous military harbour."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage Campaign Inscription on Coin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The North African city of Carthage fought a series of wars against Syracuse in Sicily. Carthage issued Greek-style coins to pay their army. The inscription in Punic reads "in the land (of Sicily)". Greek coin inscriptions usually name only the city or people who issued the coin. Silver coin Carthage, minted in Sicily, circa 400-300 BCE. From Sicily. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage during the Punic Wars (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Carthaginian Empire and its losses during the Punic Wars."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage Tophet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Carthaginian tophets in the site of ancient Carthage, photograph by Carole Raddato, Tunisia, 19 February, 2023. The Tophet of Carthage is a hybrid sanctuary-necropolis of Punic Carthage. Originally dedicated to the deities Baal-Hammon and Tanit and used between c. 400 and 200 BCE, this Carthaginian site for sacrifices and burials features short stelae engraved with simple geometric shapes and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage Under Siege (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's impression of what the Roman siege of Carthage may have looked like during the Third Punic War, 149-146 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Mercenaries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's impression of how a troop of Carthaginian mercenaries may have appeared in battle formation."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Necklace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A necklace of glass paste beads, Carthage, 4th-3rd century BCE. 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The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Silver Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A silver tetradrachm minted in Carthage, 330-300 BCE. Obv.: head of the goddess Tanit with dolphins. Rev. : horse's head and palm tree. The legend reads 'm mhnt' meaning 'people of the camp', that is army camp. Many such coins were minted to pay mercenaries. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Tombstone for Gemellus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This limestone monument was set up in a cemetery in Carthage, in memory of a man called Gemellus. The inscription towards the base is written in Phoenician, the native language of ancient Carthage, often known as Punic, and states "This tombstone has been set up for Gemellus, son of Selidius. He lived fifty years". Monuments like this were originally set up in tophets, open-air children's cemeteries..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian Tombstone for Maximilla Bassi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This finely carved limestone monument was set up in a memory for a woman called Maximilla Bassi. The Latin inscription says "Maximilla Bassi, Pious daughter, lived nineteen years. Here she is placed". After the Roman annexation of Carthage in 146 BCE, it became more fashionable to use Latin for inscriptions, although Phoenician remained the everyday language used. The shallow niche is carved with..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthaginian War Elephant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's rendition of a Carthaginian war elephant during the Punic Wars with Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cisterns of La Malga (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the large cistern system of Roman Carthage, photograph by Carole Raddato, Tunisia, 19 February, 2023. The Cisterns of La Malga were a group of large cisterns constructed during the Roman period as a water supply for the city of Carthage, especially the Baths of Antoninus. The cisterns, with a capacity of 50,000–60,000 m3, received water from a branch of the Zaghouan Aqueduct."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Corbita Sailboat (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman marble relief showing a small two-masted coastal sailing vessel called corbita, as well as its sailour. Found at Carthage and possibly made in Africa Proconsularis (modern-day Tunisia) circa 200 CE. Corbita boats had two sails, most likely made out of cloth and leather reinforcement at the corners. Boats such as this would have carried out significant amounts of trading around the Mediterraneanan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cothon of Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of the Cothon, the harbour of ancient Carthage."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Deer and Fountain Mosaic (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This mosaic scene of tame deer drinking from an ornate fountain was a popular scene in Early Christian art, as it symbolized the fountain of life. 4th or 5th century CE, from Carthage. On display at the British Museum, London (MLA 1859.4-2.90 BM Cat. Mosaics 48)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Deer Mosaic, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Tame deer drinking from an ornate fountain; this scene became popular in Early Christian art as symbolizing the fountain of life. From Carthage, modern-day Tunisia. 4th or 5th century CE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dido of Carthage (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The legendary queen Dido of Carthage depicted in the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dido, Carthaginian Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A silver tetradrachm from Carthage. The female head has been identified by some historians as Dido (Elissa), the legendary founder of the city. Other historians identify the figure as the goddess Tanit (aka Tinnit). She wears a Phrygian cap while the reverse side shows a lion, palm tree and the legend 's m mhnt' - 'of the people of the army'. From Sicily, 4th century BCE. (The British Museum, London..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Floral Seasons Mosaic, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Floral trellis pattern mosaic with busts of the seasons in wreathed squares. From Carthage, modern-day Tunisia. Mid-2nd century CE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek & Phoenician Colonies (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Greek (Red) and Phoenician (Yellow) colonization between the 8th and the 6th century BC. German placenames."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hamilcar Barca (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Carthaginian silver dishekel. The head has been identified as Hamilcar Barca (c. 285 – c. 228 BCE). Minted in Carthago Nova, Spain, 237-227 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hannibal and the Barcid Dynasty (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Barcid Dynasty rose to prominence during the crisis years of the First and Second Punic Wars, shaping Carthaginian military strategy in the western Mediterranean (c. 275–203 BCE). In the aftermath of the First Punic War (264–241 BCE), Hamilcar Barca (c. 275–228 BCE) redirected Carthaginian expansion toward Iberia (from 237 BCE), compensating for the loss of Sicily and Rome’s growing naval dominance..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hannibal on Surus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hannibal Crossing the Alps on Elephants, oil on canvas painting by Nicolas Poussin, c. 1625-1626. Hannibal Barca, famed Carthaginian general, crossed the Alps in 218 BCE during the Second Punic War. The crossing was planned as a move that would bypass Roman troops in northwestern Italy and strike at the very heart of the Roman Republic. Although many troops and animals died in the crossing, Hannibal's..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Harbour of Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "circular war harbour of Carthage"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hunting Mosaic, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This hunting scene from a mosaic pavement shows a horseman roping a stag. The pavement is one of a common North African type, depicting a favorite pastime of wealthy landowners. Since the horseman wears a Germanic dress, he has been identified as a member of the Vandal ruling class. From Carthage, modern-day Tunisia. Late 5th or 6th century CE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hunting Mosaic, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is part of a hunting scene from a pavement showing a boar confronting a hunting dog. The pavement is one of a common North African type, depicting a favourite pastime of wealthy landowners. From Carthage, modern-day Tunisia. Late 5th or 6th century CE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Inscribed Dish from the Carthage Treasure (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Latin inscription on this dish, reading D.D.ICRESCONI CLARENT ("Gift given to the distinguished Cresconii"), identifying the family who owned the Carthage Treasure as Cresconii. They were prominent North African family of the 300s to 400s CE, whose members included high-ranking civil servants and members of the clergy. 300s-400s CE. From the Hill of St. Louis, Tunisia. The Carthage Treasure..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of 2nd Century Roman Expansion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the early expansions of Rome, in the 2nd century BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Europe in 220 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Approximate borders in Europe around 220 BC. Based on the Pengiun Atlas of History."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Hannibal's Route into Italy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hannibal's route into Italy in the Second Punic War."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lepcis Magna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map (rough) of ancient Leptis Magna, Libya, own work composed from various map references."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Roman Buildings in Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Rough map of modern Carthage showing remaining ruins from Punic and Roman Era."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Roman North Africa - Provinces, Roads & Frontiers (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman involvement in North Africa began with the destruction of Carthage in the Third Punic War (149-146 BCE), after which Rome established the province of Africa and gradually expanded its authority across the Maghreb. Over the following centuries, particularly under rulers such as Augustus (reign 27 BCE-14 CE), Claudius (reign 41-54 CE), and Diocletian (reign 284-305 CE), North Africa was reorganized..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Battle of Trebia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Battle of Trebia (218 BC), illustrating Hannibal's strategy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Expansion of the Roman Republic (c. 260 - 30 BCE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the Roman Republic's territorial expansion from approximately 260 to 30 BCE, highlighting how a once-local power in central Italy transformed into a Mediterranean empire. From early campaigns in Sicily and Spain to sweeping conquests in the east and north, Rome grew through relentless warfare, strategic alliances, and the systematic incorporation of conquered lands into provinces..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Mediterranean 218 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Mediterranean in 218 BC, showing the territorial extents of the following states: - Antigonids - Attalids - Carthage - Ptolemies - Roman Empire - Seleucids Major battle locations are also shown."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Phoenician Trade and Colonization, c.1100-600 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Between c. 1100 and 600 BCE, the Phoenician city-states of the Levant, especially Tyre, Sidon, Byblos, and Arwad, developed one of the ancient Mediterranean’s most dynamic maritime trading systems. Rather than expanding through unified territorial conquest, they relied on seafaring, commercial diplomacy, coastal partnerships, and specialist production, linking the Near East with Cyprus, Egypt, the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Rise & Fall of Carthaginian Power, c. 650–146 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Carthage (traditionally founded c. 814/813 BCE; destroyed 146 BCE) emerged from the wider Phoenician colonial world to become the leading Punic power in the western Mediterranean. From roughly the 7th century BCE, its influence expanded through maritime trade, naval strength, treaty relationships, colonies, fortified ports, and commercial networks across North Africa, Sardinia, western Sicily, the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Second Punic War (218 - 201 BCE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Second Punic War (218–201 BCE) was the decisive conflict between the Roman Republic and Carthage for dominance in the western Mediterranean. It grew out of Carthage’s recovery after the First Punic War (264–241 BCE), especially the Barcid expansion in Iberia under Hamilcar Barca, Hasdrubal the Fair, and Hannibal. The immediate crisis came after Hannibal’s siege of Saguntum (219 BCE), a Roman..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Voyage of Aeneas from Troy to the Origins of Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The voyage of Aeneas, Trojan prince and hero of The Aeneid, belongs to Rome’s foundation mythology rather than historical record. Composed by Virgil (70–19 BCE) between 29–19 BCE, during the reign of Augustus (reign 27 BCE–14 CE), the epic reimagines events traditionally placed after the fall of Troy (c. 12th century BCE). Through Aeneas, Virgil connects the heroic world of Greece with Augustan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Military Harbour of Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Launching ramp for ships at the old Punic port. The Carthaginians developed high skills in the building of ships and used this to dominate the seas for centuries. According to Roman historians the shipyards of the military harbour at Carthage housed more than 200 ships."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Months & Seasons Mosaic, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of a segment of floor mosaic depicting July and a corner medallion of Summer wreathed with ears of corn. The figure of July stands picking mulberries from a glass bowl. From Carthage, modern-day Tunisia. Second half of the 4th century CE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Naval Harbour of Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's impression of how the naval harbour of Carthage may have looked."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "November Dressed as Isis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "November dressed as a priestess of Isis holding a sistrum (rattle). From Carthage, modern-day Tunisia. Second half of the 4th century CE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Parure of Jewellery from the Carthage Treasure (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Matching sets of jewellery (parures) are rare finds from the Late Roman Period. This set of a necklace and earrings combines rock emeralds, sapphires, and pearls threaded on gold wire. Approximately 50 years after this jewellery was made, the Emperor Leo (reigned 457-474 CE) restricted the wearing of these specific gems to imperial use only, demonstrating the value and esteem with they were held..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phoenician/Punic Necklace with Amulets (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Phoenician or Carthaginian amulets in the form of bearded heads made of sand-core glass, 4th-3rd century BCE (Cagliari, Museo Archeologico Nazionale)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Priestess of Isis on a Carthaginian Sarcophagus Lid (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An illustration of a sarcophagus lid from Carthage depicting a priestess of Isis. (Carthage National Museum, Byrsa, Tunisia)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Punic Cuirass (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Punic gilded bronze cuirass from Ksour Essaf, 3rd-2nd century BCE. (Bardo National Museum, Tunisia)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queen Dido Claiming Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of Queen Dido (also known as Elissa) landing on the shores of North Africa and claiming the land where she founded Carthage. According to legend, when Queen Dido landed in North Africa, the local rulers offered her as much land as she could cover with an oxhide. Cleverly, she had the oxhide cut into very thin strips, knotted them together into a long rope, and managed to encircle..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Amphitheatre of Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Roman amphitheatre in ancient Carthage, photograph by Carole Raddato, Tunisia, 12 February, 2023. The Roman amphitheatre in Carthage, located in modern-day Tunis, was built in the 1st century or the early 2nd century CE. It was once one of the largest in the Roman Empire, with a capacity of 30,000 spectators. The amphitheatre hosted a variety of events, such as gladiatorial combat..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Insulae in Utica (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Roman apartment buildings in Utica, photograph by Carole Raddato, 11 February, 2023. Roman apartment buildings (insulae) in Utica in modern-day Tunisia. Utica, one of Tunisia's oldest cities, originated as a Phoenician settlement between the 8th and 12th centuries BCE and later evolved into a Punic and then a Roman town. The houses are a testament to the wealth of Utica in the Roman..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Naval Attack on Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's impression of what the Roman naval attack on Carthage may have looked like during the Third Punic War, 149-146 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Seasons Mosaic, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The figure of March on this fragment of floor mosaic stands pointing at a swallow in a tree behind an altar. April holds a pair of castanets, dancing in front of an altar of Venus. 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The Carthage Treasure comprises 31 pieces of jewellery and silver tableware, dating..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Spoons & Patera from the Carthage Treasure (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These spoons are an unusual shape for the Late Roman Period. Their decoration, inlaid with niello (a black metal alloy), demonstrates the fine craftsmanship represented by the Carthage Treasure. The Cross symbol suggests that the owners were Christians. The frog design on the shallow bowl (patera) may also have had a Christian significance. In pre-Christian Egypt, frogs symbolized the coming of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tanit, Carthaginian Electrum Coin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An electrum coin minted in Carthage showing the goddess Tanit and horse. 4th-3rd century BCE. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Baalat in Thuburbo Majus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Temple of Baalat in Thuburbo Majus, photograph by Carole Raddato, El Fahs, Tunisia, 18 February, 2023. The Temple of Baalat in Thuburbo Majus in modern-day Tunisia is a small square temple dedicated to the Punic goddess Baalat, chief goddess of the ancient city of Byblos (Gebal) in Phoenicia. The temple, whose plan shows both Roman and Oriental influence, features a semicircular..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Territories During the Second Punic War (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The territories involved in the Second Punic War, 218 and 201 BCE. 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Along the hill-bordered skirts of the lake, Hannibal camped where he was in full view..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Magonids and other Prominent Carthaginians (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This family tree shows all the rulers of Carthage mentioned in extant ancient Greek and Roman sources (and three from a Punic inscription) from circa 550 to 306 BCE. It also indicates the Carthaginian commanders in the seven Greco-Punic Sicilian Wars from that time period. For a detailed history of how this chart was created and the sources used, visit here."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Western Mediterranean 264 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the western Mediterranean at the time of the First Punic War in 264 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thugga (Dougga) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of Thugga (Dougga), photograph by Carole Raddato, Tunisia, 04 October, 2024. Thugga (also known as Dougga) was a town located in North Africa, originally established as a Numidian and later a Carthaginian settlement before becoming part of the Roman Empire. The town was built on a strategically favourable limestone hilltop overlooking the fertile Wadi Khaled Valley (modern Tunisia) and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tophet of Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A section of the cemetery of ancient Carthage (modern Tunisia). Used between c. 400 and 200 BCE, the grave stelae on the site were usually set up above an urn of cremated remains of the deceased."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tophet's steles (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Tophet's steles from Carthage. Most of them aren't inscriptions."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Vases & Rainbow Mosaic, Carthage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Vases linked by rainbows with various animals and flowers in between on a fllor mosaic. Below the upper row of vases is a spring, inscribed Fontes, at which 2 animals are drinking. From Carthage, modern-day Tunisia. 4th or 5th century CE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Voyage of Hanno the Carthaginian Explorer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map indicating the possible route of Hanno, a Carthaginian who led a colonising and exploration expedition down the Atlantic coast of Africa in the 6th or 5th century BCE. Some scholars suggest he reached modern Sierra Leone, others that he went as far south as the Cameroons or Gabon."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "An Introduction to the Punic Wars - Ancient Rome vs. Carthage (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that Carthage lost the Punic Wars primarily by not supporting its troops? This video is all about the Punic Wars between Carthage and Rome and how the Carthaginians were defeated, mainly, by their refusal to support their generals and resupply the troops. The Punic Wars were a series of conflicts fought between Carthage and Rome between 264 BCE and 146 BCE. As the history of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Site of Carthage (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Carthage was founded in the 9th century B.C. on the Gulf of Tunis. From the 6th century onwards, it developed into a great trading empire covering much of the Mediterranean and was home to a brilliant civilization. In the course of the long Punic wars, Carthage occupied territories belonging to Rome, which finally destroyed its rival in 146 B.C. A second — Roman — Carthage was then established on..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage - Engineering an Empire - Full Documentary (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The port city of Carthage was an ancient superpower. It brought with it revolutionary new ideas and rivalled Rome in wealth and influence."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Genocide in the Ancient World (Documentary) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Genocide is often viewed as a particular feature of our own current age. This perception largely stems from the terrible events which took place during World War Two in the 20th century CE in the parts of Europe occupied by the Nazis. However, there are certain occasions in the ancient world which could also be possibly considered as genocide. In considering genocide from an historical perspective..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hanno African Voyage (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A documentary based on the journal of the 5th century BCE Carthaginian explorer Hanno."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "History of Ancient Sea Travel: Trade, Burials and Maritime Cultures (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The history of seafaring and sea travel is expansive and can be traced back thousands of years to the ancient world. This video is going to explore the development of ships and seafaring in the ancient world, the trade which was possible through boats and ships, and the curious use of boats in burials for people of high honour. Not to mention, the fascinating voyage of the Greek merchant Pytheas..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "History of the Phoenicians: The Maritime Superpowers of the Mediterranean (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Phoenicians were the maritime superpowers of the Mediterranean. Their culture flourished and was at its most powerful between 1500 and 332 BCE when Alexander the Great entered the region and decimated the cities and their populations, bringing to an end the maritime superpower. The Phoenicians were a number of independent city-states that shared the same culture in the modern-day regions of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lecture #15: Carthaginian Child Sacrifice (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dr. Farès K. Moussa, anthropologist, archaeologist and cultural heritage consultant, explores the long-standing controversy surrounding Carthaginian infant sacrifice, tracing how ancient texts, modern pop culture, and shifting political contexts have shaped our understanding of the Punic world. The video examines the evolution of historical thought on the topic, highlighting how the absence..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle of Cannae 216 B.C.E. - History of Hannibal and The Punic Wars (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "DOWNLOAD THE FREE PODCAST EPISODES https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... or for Android users: http://fphistory.libsyn.com The Battle of Cannae was one of the most spectacular military victories in history. It was Hannibal's masterpiece and came at the end of one of the most successful military campaigns. Rome came close to being wiped out. 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Vassal states and colonies are not included in the count of a country's population. Sources : 1. Population : - Angus Maddison (2003), Historical Statistic for the World Economy http://www.ggdc.net/maddison/maddison-project/home.htm - Colin McEvedy & Richard Jones (1978), Atlas of World..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Civilization (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Etruscan civilization flourished in central Italy between the 8th and 3rd century BCE. The culture was renowned in antiquity for its rich mineral resources and as a major Mediterranean trading power. Much of its culture and even history was either obliterated or assimilated into that of its conqueror, Rome. Nevertheless, surviving Etruscan tombs, their contents and their wall paintings, as..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chimera of Arezzo (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Chimera of Arezzo is a bronze statue sculpted by the Etruscans of northern and central Italy during the 5th-4th century BCE. The creature is the fire-breathing monster from Greek mythology which has the head of a lion, tail of a snake, and a goat's head protruding from its back. The menacing statue was discovered in Arezzo in Tuscany, Italy and is often cited as the finest example of Etruscan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cosmetics in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The wearing of cosmetics and perfumes by both men and women goes back a very long way indeed as the ancients were just as keen as anyone to improve their appearance as quickly and as easily as possible using all manner of powders, creams, lotions, and liquids. Written and pictorial records combine with remains of the materials themselves to reveal how the ancients not only improved their looks and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Banquets (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Etruscans, who flourished in central Italy between the 8th and 3rd century BCE, were noted in antiquity for their sumptuous banquets, drinking parties, and general easy-living. Although such pleasures were probably restricted to the wealthy elite, strong evidence of the popularity of the practice is seen in many Etruscan tomb wall paintings and carved sarcophagi. Banquets may also have had a..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Bronze Mirrors (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Etruscan civilization flourished in central Italy between the 8th and 3rd century BCE and produced distinctive art in the form of decorated pottery, figure sculpture, wall paintings, and the focus of this article, engraved bronze mirrors. Perhaps rather unfairly, the Etruscans long-held a reputation for effeminacy and as lovers of luxury; a portrait not coincidentally perpetuated by their conquerors..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Bronze Sculpture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Etruscans produced bronze goods going back to the Villanovan period (1100-750 BCE) and used the material for all manner of objects, but it is their figure sculptures which have become some of the star attractions in museums worldwide. Bronze was a highly desirable material throughout antiquity and easily melted down for reuse so that it is even more remarkable that such fine works as the Chimera..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Clothing (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The clothing of the ancient Etruscans, a civilization which flourished in central Italy between the 8th and 3rd century BCE, can be seen in many media of their art including wall paintings, bronze sculpture, stone relief carvings, and painted figures on terracotta funerary urns, as well as occasional descriptions by ancient foreign writers. The history and study of the Etruscan civilization have..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The social organisation of the ancient Etruscans, a civilization which flourished in central Italy between the 8th and 3rd century BCE, can only be pieced together from a collection of rather unsatisfactory sources which, unfortunately, do not include texts written by the Etruscans themselves. 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Tarquinia, Cerveteri, Chiusi, and Vulci, in particular, possess tombs with outstanding wall paintings which depict lively and colourful scenes from Etruscan mythology and daily life, and, sometimes, even the tomb's..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Trade (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Etruscan civilization flourished in central Italy between the 8th and 3rd century BCE, and their prosperity was largely based on their exploitation of local mineral resources, both through manufactured goods and trade. The Etruscans exchanged goods not only with their fellow cities in Etruria but also with contemporary Mediterranean civilizations such as the Greeks, Phoenicians, and Near East..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Regolini-Galassi Tomb (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Regolini-Galassi Tomb is located in the Etruscan town of Cerveteri (aka Cisra or Caere) near the western coast of central Italy, around 50 km north of Rome. Cerveteri flourished between the 7th and 4th century BCE and has hundreds of rock-cut tombs from that period. The Regolini-Galassi tomb dates to c. 680-660 BCE and is one of the most important as its discoverers, Regolini and Galassi, found..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle at the Allia River, 390 BCE (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The 390 BCE battle at the Allia River was fought between the city state of Rome and Gauls from northern Italy. When the Gauls laid siege to the Etruscan city of Clusium, the Romans intervened on behalf of the latter. The Gauls withdrew but returned to advance on Rome itself. Close to Rome, at the Allia River, the Roman army met the Gauls in battle but suffered a crushing defeat. PROLOGUE Between..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A journey to the Underworld (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Etruscan red-figured stamnos with depiction of a journey to the Underworld. The deceased lies on a cart pulled by mules. From Bomarzo (Italy). Around 300 BCE. (Altes Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Apollo of Veii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Large scale terracotta sculpture depicting the Apollo of Veii (the Etruscan Aplu). From the roof of the Portonaccio Temple at Veii (Italy), around 510 BCE. (National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bucchero Box with Ram & Bull Decoration (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A bucchero ware box with ram and bull decoration. Etruscan, 4th century BCE. (Museo Gregoriano Etrusco, Vatican Museums, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bucchero Dinner Set (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A dinner serving set in bucchero ware. Etruscan from Chiusi, Italy. 550-500 BCE (Art Institute of Chicago)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chimera of Arezzo, Florence (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The bronze "Chimera of Arezzo" is one of the best-known examples of Etruscan art. It was found in Arezzo (Arretium), an ancient Etruscan and Roman city in Tuscany (Italy). The statue is estimated to have been created around 400 BCE. Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Florence."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Bronze Cuirass (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A c. 7th or 6th Century BCE Etruscan breastplate. This breastplate or cuirass bears similarities to an ancient Greek "muscle cuirass", because it is modeled after a human torso with features such as pectoral muscles and a spine. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Bronze Youth Statuette (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A bronze votive statuette of a youth. Etruscan, Chiusi, 530-480 BCE. Height: 27.4 cms. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Bust of Juno (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Terracotta bust of Juno decorated with jewels, a royal diadem and a rich dress with peplum softly folded over the shoulder. From the Sanctuary of Juno Curitis at Celle, c. 380 BCE. (National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Canopic Figure Urn (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Etruscan terracotta canopic urn with a female head and articulated arms, from Chiusi (Italy), around 550-500 BCE. (Louvre Lens, France)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Circular House Model (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A model of an early Etruscan hut in terracotta and bronze. 8th century BCE, from Vulci. (Museum of Art & History, Geneva)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Civilization (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the extent of Etruria and the Etruscan civilization. The map includes the 12 cities of the Etruscan League and notable cities founded by the Etruscans. Based on a map from The National Geographic Magazine Vol.173 No.6 June 1988."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Dancers (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Limestone relief from an Etruscan tomb monument depicting dancers, 500-400 BCE. Probably from Chiusi, northern Italy. (Ashmolean Museum, Oxford)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Geometric Amphora (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ceramic Etruscan amphora in geometric style with cranes, attributed to the Crane painter. First quarter 7th century BCE. (Archaeological Museum, Milan)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Gold Coin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Etruscan gold coin from Populonia, 5th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Gold Fibula, Cerveteri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold fibula decorated with five lions (upper portion) and 50 ducks (lower portion) from the Etruscan Regoliini-Galassi Tomb at Cerveteri. 7th century BCE. (Museo Gregoriano Etrusco, Vatican Museums, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Gold Jewelry (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A strand of a gold Etruscan necklace, found in Italy, dating back to between 800 and 500 BCE. Field Museum in Chicago, Illinois, USA."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Gold Necklace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An Etruscan gold necklace with lotus flower decoration. Vetulonia, 7th century BCE. (Temporary exhibition at the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Leiden, Netherlands)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Maenad Roof Tile (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A decorative end roof tile in the form of a maenad from the Etruscan Portonaccio Temple at Veii, central Italy. 510 BCE. (National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Plaque of Griffins (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "With a lion's body and the wings and head of an eagle, the grffin encapsulates the majesty of both. At one time representing royalty, it gained the role of guardian. Griffins are used architecturally and can be found in domestic objects, used to protect the household. Plaque from a chair, Etruscan, 6th century BCE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Red-Figure Krater with Charun (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Etruscan death demon Charun escorts the deceased to the Underworld. He is characterised by a heavy hammer and a hooked nose. From Vulci (Italy). Around 300 BCE. (Altes Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan relief (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "High terracotta Etruscan relief depicting scenes from the myth of the Seven Against Thebes. It decorated the back of the temple of the sanctuary at Pyrgi, 470-460 BCE. (National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia, Rome) 'Seven Against Thebes' is a tragedy by the ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus, dating from 467 BCE. It is the classic statement of the myth of the battle for the city of Thebes after..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Sarcophagus of the Spouses (detail) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of the Etruscan Sarcophagus of the Spouses, considered one of the great masterpieces of Etruscan art. It is a late 6th century BCE Etruscan anthropoid sarcophagus made of terracotta. It depicts a married couple reclining at a banquet together in the afterlife and was found in 19th century excavations at the necropolis of Cerveteri (ancient Caere). (National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Square Tomb, Cerveteri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An example of the square stone tombs at the cemetery of Banditaccia at the Etruscan site of Cerveteri. The tombs were laid out in rows with streets between them. Mid-6th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Temple Diagram (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A reconstruction of a typical 6th century BCE Etruscan temple such as the Portonaccio Temple at Veii, central Italy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Temple Reconstruction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 19th century CE reconstruction of a typical Etruscan temple at the Villa Giulia Museum, Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Votive Statuettes of Menerva (Athena) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two Etruscan votive bronze statuettes of Menerva the warrior (Athena) wearing a high-crested Attic helmet and a cuirass with the gorgoneion, 450-400 BCE. (National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Winged-horses, Tarquinia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A pair of terracotta winged-horses from the Temple of the Ara della Regina, Tarquinia. Etruscan, c. 350 BCE. 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Photo taken at the "Monsters. Fantastic Creatures of Fear and Myth" exhibition, Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, Rome, in 2014."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Ancient Italy, Northern Part (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Reference Map of Ancient Italy. Northern Part. "Historical Atlas" by William R. Shepherd, New York, Henry Holt and Company, 1923"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Etruscan and Greek influence in Italy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the greatest extent of Etruscan influence in Italy, during the seventh to fifth centuries BC, including the Campania region to the south."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minerva of Arezzo (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 'Minerva of Arezzo' is a bronze Etruscan statue dating to the 3rd-2nd century BCE. (Etruscan Archaeological Museum of Florence)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Musicians Wall-painting, Tarquinia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A wall-painting from the Etruscan Tomb of the Lionesses (actually panthers) at Tarquinia. 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The sculpture is traditionally dated to the 5th century BCE Etruscans but it may be later. The figures were added in the 15th century CE. (Capitoline Museums, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roof Ornament with Medusa's Head (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Medusa was a Gorgon from greek mythology. She had the face of a hideous human female with living venomous snakes in place of hair. A glance from Medusa turned onlookers to stone. Perseus decapitated her without looking at her; he used the reflection in his shield to guide his sword arm. Etruscan, Italy, 6th century BCE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sarcophagus of the Married Couple, Cerveteri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The painted terracotta Sarcophagus of the Married Couple from the Etruscan site of Cerveteri. c. 530-520 BCE. Length: 1,9 m. (Louvre Museum, Paris)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Arringatore (Orator) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The lifesize bronze Etruscan statue from Arretium (Arezzo) known as the Arringatore or 'Orator'. 1st century BCE. 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The 2 book referenced at the end of the video: The Etruscan Language by Larissa and Giuliano Bonfonte http://amzn.to/1cXgfTk Zikh Rasna by Rex Wallace: http://bit.ly/1bgYNdK"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Architecture (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video briefly explains the various forms of Etruscan architecture and how it later influenced Roman architecture."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etruscan Art (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video has a verbal education-style. It discusses Etruscan art and architecture, as well as the society as a whole. 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Nenfro (tuff). Circa 610 BCE. It is on display at the Altes Museum in Berlin, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Su Nuraxi di Barumini (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Su Nuraxi di Barumini is one of the best-preserved constructions remaining from the Nuragic civilization, with remains of both the nuraghe tower and the surrounding village. It is located in the Barumini region, Sardinia, Italy, and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Constructed and in use between c. 2nd millennium BCE and 3rd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Game of Chess (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Game of Chess, painting by Sofonisba Anguissola, c. 1555. This painting depicts three of Sofonisba's sister's playing a game of chess outside. 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Giolitti maneuvers deftly between conservatives and workers, dressed in appropriate clothes for his meeting with each of the two groups."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Totalitarian Regimes in Europe in 1939 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the geopolitical situation in Europe in the lead-up to the Second World War (1939-45) as authoritarianism and totalitarianism were on the rise across the continent, fueled by political instability, economic crises, and the dissatisfaction many nations felt after the redrawing of borders after the First World War (1914-18). 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In..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Venus and Eros, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Pompeian Venus with Eros (detail). Fresco from Pompeii (Taberna delle Quattro Divinità (IX, 7, 1)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Borgia & Medici Family Trees (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Renaissance Papacy was dominated by 3 families: the Borgias, the Roveres, and the Medicis. This video discusses the family tree of each and their role in the Italian Renaissance."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Brixia (Brescia, Italy) - Ancient Rome Live (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This Roman city is one of the best preserved Roman sites in northern Italy. 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This week, we're learning about what the people wanted from the revolutions, who was involved, and how many of those goals were accomplished. We'll look at revolutions in the Austrian Empire, Hungary, Italy, the German States, and the region formerly known as Poland..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Merciless Mercenaries of the Italian Renaissance - Stephanie Honchell Smith (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dig into the history of the elite mercenaries known as condottieri, who were soldiers for hire for Italy's rich and powerful. During the 14th and 15th centuries, mercenaries known as condottieri dominated Italian warfare, profiting from— and encouraging— the region’s intense political rivalries. As rulers competed for power and prestige, their disputes often played out in military conflicts..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Trulli of Alberobello (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The trulli, limestone dwellings found in the southern region of Puglia in Italy, are remarkable examples of drywall (mortarless) construction, a prehistoric building technique still in use in this region. The trulli are made of roughly worked limestone boulders collected from neighbouring fields. Characteristically, they feature pyramidal, domed or conical roofs built up of corbelled limestone slabs..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "When Did the Romans Become Italians? 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Corinth was a Greek, Hellenistic and Roman city located on the isthmus which connects mainland Greece with the Peloponnese. Surrounded by fertile plains and blessed with natural springs, ancient Corinth was a centre of trade, had a naval fleet and participated in various Greek wars.

In the Roman period, Corinth was a major colony and for over a millennium, it was rarely out of the limelight..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Visual Glossary of Greek Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Alabastron (pl. alabastra) - a small jar for storing perfumes, named after the material (alabaster) the first examples were made from. They were often carried by a string looped around the neck of the vessel. 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At Chaeronea in Boeotia (north of Corinth) Phillip and his allies from Thessaly, Epirus, Aetolia, Northern Phocis and Locrian defeated the combined forces of Athens and Thebes. Phillip commanded the right wing while his eighteen-year old son, Alexander lead the left..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 3: From the Thirty Years Peace to the Start of the Ten Years War (445/4–431/0 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The third phase of the Delian League begins with the Thirty Years Peace between Athens and Sparta and ends with the start of the Ten Years War (445/4 – 431/0 BCE). 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Dr Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "THE APOSTLE PAUL'S CORINTH BY IAN PAUL & STEPHEN TRAVIS AN ON LOCATION GUIDE (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This is an extract/demonstration from a larger project.Please follow the link below to find out more. http://www.stjohnstimeline.co.uk/ note:some of our extracts loose sound but continue to play as a taster to further content"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Syracuse (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The city of Syracuse is located on the east coast of Sicily and was originally a Greek colony founded by Corinth in 734 BCE. The city enjoyed a period of expansion and prosperity under the tyrant Gelon in the 5th century BCE, survived a two-year siege by Athenian forces from 415 to 413 BCE, and again prospered under the tyrant Dionysius in the 4th century BCE when the city controlled much of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although ancient Greek Society was dominated by the male citizen, with his full legal status, right to vote, hold public office, and own property, the social groups which made up the population of a typical Greek city-state or polis were remarkably diverse. Women, children, immigrants (both Greek and foreign), labourers, and slaves all had defined roles, but there was interaction (often illicit..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Temples of Sicily (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "There are at least a thousand reasons to visit Sicily, the great island – indeed the largest in the Mediterranean – that forms the triangular football to the boot that is the Italian peninsula. 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The Mediterranean island of Sicily, with its natural resources and strategic position on ancient trading routes, aroused the intense interest of successive empires from Carthage to Athens to Rome. Consequently, the island was never far from centre-stage in regional politics and was very often a theatre of war throughout the Classical period. Invasions, tyrants, and battles did, though, eventually..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although ancient Greek Society was dominated by the male citizen, with his full legal status, right to vote, hold public office, and own property, the social groups which made up the population of a typical Greek city-state or polis were remarkably diverse. 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The impact of two influences, however, remains clear: one from Europe which came from the North-West, and one from the Mediterranean which had a..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. 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The columns are a good example of entasis - the thickening at the base and centre of columns to give the optical illusion of being perfectly perpendicular when seen from a distance."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Doric Temple, Segesta (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Doric Temple of Segesta, Sicily. The temple was constructed in the late 5th century BCE, on a hill outside the city. Perhaps due to the outbreak of war, it was never fully completed."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Doric Temple, Segesta (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Doric temple of Segesta, north-west Sicily. The temple was built c. 417 BCE in dedication to an unknown deity."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kouros (The Agrigento Youth) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The kouros known as 'The Agrigento Youth', marble, c. 480 BCE, from Agrigento, Sicily. (Archaeological Museum of Agrigento)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Large Sicilian Bowl (Finocchito Facies, Sicily) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Four handled large bowl from Sicily (late Bronze Age, second half 8th century BCE - second half 7th century BCE) embellished with geometric patterns. The engravings consist of groups of lines, triangles with internal hatches and other inscribed triangles, in which the meander motifs predominate. It is equipped with three or four vertical handles that rise up out of the edge. 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Part 2 starts at 25.42..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Temples at Paestum (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=_tNnI_w6TTQ Ancient Greek Temples at Paestum: Hera I, c. 560-530 B.C.E. Hera II, c. 460 B.C.E. Temple of Minerva, c. 500 B.C.E. A conversation with Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Area of Agrigento (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Founded as a Greek colony in the 6th century B.C., Agrigento became one of the leading cities in the Mediterranean world. Its supremacy and pride are demonstrated by the remains of the magnificent Doric temples that dominate the ancient town, much of which still lies intact under today's fields and orchards. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/831/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Siracusa 3D Reborn. An Ancient Greek City brought Back To Life (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "2013 CHNT Video Award - Vote if you like it! 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Persepolis was the capital of the Persian Achaemenid Empire from the reign of Darius I (the Great, r. 522-486 BCE) until its destruction in 330 BCE. Its name comes from the Greek Perses-polis (Persian City), but the Persians knew it as Parsa (City of the Persians).

Construction began between 518-515 BCE under Darius I who wanted a fresh start for Persian government administration and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander the Great & the Burning of Persepolis (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In the year 330 BCE Alexander the Great (l. 356-323 BCE) conquered the Achaemenid Persian Empire following his victory over the Persian Emperor Darius III (r. 336-330 BCE) at the Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BCE. 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There is no shortage of wonderful places to explore in Iran..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Herodotus: On The Customs of the Persians (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although the Greek historian Herodotus (l. c. 484-425/413 BCE) is often criticized for inaccuracy in his Histories, his frequently-anthologized On the Customs of the Persians is regarded as accurate. The passage is all the more interesting in that he contrasts the behavior and values of the Persians with those of the Greeks, with the Persians shown in a much more flattering light. His depiction..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ten Ancient Persia Facts You Need to Know (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Persian culture exerted a powerful influence throughout the Near East, and beyond, for over a thousand years between c. 550 BCE - 651 CE and many aspects of their culture continued to influence others afterwards and up through the present day. The first Persian polity was the Achaemenid Empire (c. 550-330 BCE) which fell to Alexander the Great and, after his death, the region was held..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaemenid Empire Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Persian Achaemenid Empire at its greatest extent under the reigns of Darius the Great and Xerxes. Inspired by Historical Atlas of Georges Duby (p.11, map D), this map was made by Fabienkhan the 24th of August 2006, using Inkscape and GIMP. Arad translated the map to help."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "All Nations Gate at Persepolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Western view of the "All Nations Gate" at Persepolis, located in present-day Iran. This gate was not on Darius the Great's initial plan for Persepolis but was added by his son and successor, Xerxes. The initial main entrance of the palace complex was located on the south wall of the terrace supporting the palaces. 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(The Oriental Institute, University of Chicago)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gate of All Nations, Persepolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The east side of the Gate of All Nations (also known as the Gate of Xerxes) in Persepolis (Iran), built by Xerxes I (r. 486-465 BCE). The gate was flanked by two monumental statues of lamassu, winged bulls with human heads, who were thought to ward off evil."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gift-Bearer from Persepolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This limestone wall relief shows a man holding a gift for the king. The man wears the typical Persian garment. From Persepolis, the Palace Terrace of Darius I (521-486 BCE) or Xerxes I (485-465 BCE), modern-day Iran. 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Three Hellenic empires emerged from the wars of succession that followed his death: The Antigonid Empire in Macedonia, the Seleucid Empire in Persia and Mesopotamia, and the Ptolemaic Empire in Egypt..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Huma Birds (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Double griffin capital, locally known as "huma birds" probably from the Unfinished Gate, Persepolis, Iran."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lydian Tribute-Bearer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of a Lydian tribute bearer, bas-relief of the northern stairway of the Apadana (Darius the Great's audience hall) at Persepolis, capital of the Achaemenid empire. Lyda has become a satrapy (province) of the Persian empire with Sardis as its capital. 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Garrison, Alice Pratt Brown Distinguished Professor of Art History, Trinity University, as he discusses the role of fire in Persian religions, including Zoroastrianism. Using glyphs and reliefs from Persepolis, he outlines the role of fire rituals in the ancient world. This program was made possible by the American Institute of Iranian Studies."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Persepolis - The Great Ancient Persian City (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The greatest city ever burnt down by Alexander the Great (r. 336 - 323 BCE): Persepolis."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Persepolis (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Founded by Darius I in 518 B.C., Persepolis in present-day Iran was the capital of the Achaemenid Empire. It was built on an immense half-artificial, half-natural terrace, where the king of kings created an impressive palace complex inspired by Mesopotamian models. The importance and quality of the monumental ruins make it a unique archaeological site. 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Alexandria is a port city on the Mediterranean Sea in northern Egypt founded in 331 BCE by Alexander the Great. It was the site of the Pharos (lighthouse), one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the legendary Library of Alexandria and was once the most vital cultural center of the ancient world, rivaling even Athens, Greece.

The city developed from a small port known as..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Weekend in Alexandria, Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Visiting Alexandria, Egypt, once the greatest cultural center of the ancient world, rivaling Athens, Greece, is an unforgettable experience. The food, the wonderful people, and the history at every turn of a street are all dazzling but, if you do not know what you are doing, a trip there can get off to a bumpy start. It seemed an innocent enough plan: we would wait on the ferry until everyone..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Historical Accuracy in the Film Agora (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In 2009, film director Alejandro Amenabar brought the story of Hypatia of Alexandria (c. 370-415 CE) to the screen through the feature film Agora. 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However many goods one has, whether as an individual, a community, or a country, there will always be something one lacks and will need to purchase through trade with another. Ancient Egypt was a country rich in many natural resources but still was not self-sufficient and so had to rely on trade..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "What happened to the Great Library at Alexandria? (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Once the largest library in the ancient world, and containing works by the greatest thinkers and writers of antiquity, including Homer, Plato, Socrates and many more, the Library of Alexandria, northern Egypt, is popularly believed to have been destroyed in a huge fire around 2000 years ago and its volumous works lost. 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(British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexandria Harbor (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of Alexandria from the sea, 2008."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexandrian Coins Depicting the Lighthouse of Alexandria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two coins depicting the Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Alexandrian mint, 2nd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Egypt (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Ancient Egypt, showing the Nile up to the fifth cataract, and major cities and sites of the Dynastic period (c. 3150 BC to 30 BC). 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The portrait was carved in Alexandria, Egypt, sometime during the 2nd Century BCE and is now part of the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum. Digital image courtesy of the Getty's Open Content Program."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Birth of Caesarion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artistic depiction of the infant Caesarion (47-30 BCE) being presented to the Alexandrians by his parents Cleopatra VII (69-30 BCE) and Julius Caesar (100-44 BCE). 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The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London (with thanks to The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Clement of Alexandria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Drawing of Clement of Alexandria (c. 150-215 CE) by French author André Thévet (1516–1590)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Diademed Head of a Ptolemaic King (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This marble portrait of a diademed man is believed to depict a Ptolemaic king. The piece is made of marble from Asia Minor and was produced in Alexandria, Egypt. The portrait is part of the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum. 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Paul Getty Museum. Digital image courtesy of the Getty's Open Content Program."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lighthouse of Alexandria [Artist's Impression] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's impression of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, built c. 300 - c. 280 BCE and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. (From the computer game Assassin's Creed Origins)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lighthouse of Alexandria Illustration (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A drawing of the Lighthouse of Alexandria, also known as Pharos, by German archaeologist Prof. H. 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Rather than temporary military encampments, many of these foundations were planned as permanent settlements designed to secure key routes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Trade with the East, c. 1st–3rd Centuries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman trade with the East refers to the overland and maritime exchange networks that connected the Roman Empire with Parthian Iran, the Kushan Empire, India, Southeast Asia, Han China, and, from the 3rd century CE, the Sasanian Empire. 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Her student Orestes is in love with her as is Davus, her personal slave. As the city's Christians, led by Ammonius and Cyril, gain political power, the great institutions of learning and governance may not survive. Jump ahead 20 years: Orestes, the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cleopatra VII Philopator: the Last Queen of Ancient Egypt (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Cleopatra VII Philopator was the last queen of Ancient Egypt before it was annexed as a province of Rome. Cleopatra VII Philopator lived between circa 69 and 30 BCE and ruled Ancient Egypt as queen between 51 and 30 BCE. 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This video is all about the Great Library of Alexandria, how it worked, and how its fall did not, actually, set human knowledge back thousands of years. The Library of Alexandria was established under the Ptolemaic Dynasty of Egypt (323-30 BCE) and flourished under the patronage of the early kings to become the most..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thebes (Egypt) (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Thebes was the capital of Egypt during the period of the New Kingdom (c.1570-c.1069 BCE) and became an important center of worship of the god Amun (also known as Amon or Amen, a combination of the earlier gods Atum and Ra). Its sacred name was P-Amen or Pa-Amen meaning "the abode of Amen".

It was also known to the Egyptians as Wase or Wo'se (the city..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Festivals in Ancient Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The gods of the ancient Egyptians were always apparent to the people through natural events. The sunrise was Ra emerging from the underworld in his great ship, for example, and the moon was the god Khonsu traveling across the night sky. When a woman became pregnant, it was through the fertility encouraged by Bes or Tawaret, and the Seven Hathors were present at the child's birth to declare its destiny..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interrelations of Kerma and Pharaonic Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The vacillating nature of Ancient Egypt's associations with the Kingdom of Kerma may be described as one of expansion and contraction; a virtual tug-of-war between rival cultures. Structural changes in Egypt's administration led to alternating policies with Lower Nubia, whilst the increasing complexity of Kushite culture provided a serious counterweight to Egyptian dominance. These multigenerational..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Five Great Kings of Egypt's Early Dynastic Period (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Egypt's Early Dynastic Period (3150-2613 BCE) lay the foundation of what would become one of the most impressive civilizations of the ancient world. The kings of this era, except for Narmer and Djoser, are often overlooked but were responsible for some of the most defining aspects of Egyptian culture. This is not to say that the Early Dynastic Period has been completely neglected; only that it does..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Gifts of Isis: Women's Status in Ancient Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "An inscription on an Egyptian papyrus dating from the 2nd century CE relates that the goddess Isis, bestowing gifts on humanity at the beginning of time, gave as much power and honor to women as she did to men. This brief passage reflects not only the ancient Egyptian value of balance, but the high-status women enjoyed in ancient Egypt. Although they never had the same rights as males, an Egyptian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thutmose III's Battle of Megiddo Inscription (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Battle of Megiddo (c. 1457 BCE) is one of the most famous military engagements in history in which Thutmose III (1458-1425 BCE) of Egypt defeated the coalition of subject regions led in rebellion by the kings of Kadesh and Megiddo. The battle itself was a decisive victory for Egypt and the seven- or eight-month siege which followed reduced the power of the subject kings, gave Thutmose III control..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Amun & Tutankhamun (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A limestone sculpture depicting the god Amun (larger) and Tutankhamun, from the Temple of Amun, Thebes, 18th Dynasty, 1333-1323 BCE. Egyptian Museum, Turin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Amun, Ramesses II, & Mut (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A granite monument depicting the god Amun, Ramesses II, and the goddess Mut. Dynasty XIX, 1279-1213 BCE. Temple of Amun, Thebes. (Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Avenue of the Sphinxes, Thebes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Avenue of the Sphinxes is a 3-km ancient processional route that once linked Luxor temple with the Temple of Mut at Karnak to the south. The avenue and sphinxes were built during the reign of Nectanebo I (380-363 BCE) who ruled during the 30th Dynasty. Each of the approximately 1350 sphinxes that originally lined the route is inscribed with his name."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Block Statue of Teti (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Teti, who held many official and priestly titles, sits on a mat. He wears a priest's leopard skin and sandals. The tail of the leopard lies beside his right foot. His right hand clasps a lotus flower, a symbol of rejuvenation. The hieroglyphic text is most notable for detailing Teti's ancestry. His grandfather and great-grandfather had been viceroy of Nubia. Teti's son, Hori, commissioned the statue..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coffin of Sitdjehuti, Back View (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sitdjehuti was a sister and daughter of Egyptian pharaohs. This is the back side of the the upper part of her coffin, which was made of gold-plated sycamore wood and stucco. There are hieroglyphic inscriptions. From Western Thebes, modern-day Egypt. 17th Dynasty, circa 1575 BCE. State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coffin of Sitdjehuti, Close-Up of Interior (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sitdjehuti was a sister and daughter of Egyptian pharaohs. This is a close-up view of the back side of the the upper part of her coffin, which was made of gold-plated sycamore wood and stucco. There are hieroglyphic inscriptions. From Western Thebes, modern-day Egypt. 17th Dynasty, circa 1575 BCE. State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany. Exclusive photo!"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coffin of Sitdjehuti, Left Side (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sitdjehuti was a sister and daughter of Egyptian pharaohs. This is the left side of the upper part of her coffin, which was made of gold-plated sycamore wood and stucco. There are hieroglyphic inscriptions. From Western Thebes, modern-day Egypt. 17th Dynasty, circa 1575 BCE. State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coffin of Sitdjehuti, Right Side (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sitdjehuti was a sister and daughter of Egyptian pharaohs. This is the right side of the upper part of her coffin, which was made of gold-plated sycamore wood and stucco. There are hieroglyphic inscriptions. From Western Thebes, modern-day Egypt. 17th Dynasty, circa 1575 BCE. State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Daughters of Amenhotep III & Queen Tiye (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This limestone tomb relief came from the Tomb of Kheruef (TT192) at Western Thebes (in modern-day El-Assasif), Egypt. These two girls are daughters of the Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep III (c. 1386-1353 BCE) and Queen Tiye (1398-1338 BCE). Kheruef was the steward of Queen Tiye. New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, c. 1355 BCE. It is on display at the Neues Museum in Berlin, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Egypt in the Early Hyksos Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Egypt and its political situation during the Second Intermediate Period (c. 1782 - c.1570 BCE), in which the Hyksos held power in the North and the Nubians held power to the South."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Egyptian Pilgrim Bottle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold-mounted alabaster pilgrim bottle. It has a silver foot and was incised with blue-filled cartouches of the Egyptian pharaoh Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari. From Thebes, Egypt. 19th Dynasty, 1292–1189 BCE. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London (with thanks to The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Egyptian Priest Sarcophagus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Egyptian sarcophagus of Ankh-ef-Khons, a priest of Thebes. Wood, 945-712 BCE. (Vannes Archaeological Museum, France)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Funerary Cones of Basa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two ceramic funerary cones of Basa, the high priest of Min of Coptos and mayor of Thebes. From Western Thebes, modern-day Egypt. Saite period, 26th Dynasty, circa 600 BCE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Funerary Figurine of a Servant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This statuette is made of wood, as a piece of funerary equipment, and depicts a female servant. New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, reign of Amenhotep III, 1388-1351 BCE. Probably from Thebes, Egypt. (The Neues Museum, Berlin, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hatshepsut's Temple, Karnak (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hatshepsut's temple at Karnak, Thebes with a colossal statue of Amenhotep I. Limestone, 15th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of Mentuemhat (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Quartzite head of the Theban official Mentuemhat. From modern-day Egypt. Saite period, 26th Dynasty, circa 650 BCE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hieratic Funerary Papyrus of Tphous (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The papyrus contains the text of the 2nd "Book of Breathing". It was written in hieratic script. From Thebes, Egypt. Roman, reign of Hadrian, circa 127 CE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mentuhotep II Head (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Limestone head of Egyptian pharaoh Mentuhotep II, 11th Dynasty 2061-2010 BCE. The head comes from a column of the mortuary temple Deir el-Bahari at Thebes West. Mentuhotep II was the Theban king who ruled for half a century and reunified Egypt at the end of the First Intermediate Period 2134-2040 BCE. (Vatican Museums, Rome)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mummified Lung of the Scribe Sutimose (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This embalmed lung tissue was found in the canopic coffinette of the treasury scribe of the domain of Amun, Sutimose. Microscopic examination of a section of this tissue revealed an evidence that Sutimose had suffered from anthracosis (a build-up of carbon deposits in the lungs), calcification of tissue, and pulmonary edema. From Thebes, Egypt. Late 20th Dynasty, circa 1100 BCE. The British Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Osiride Statue of Amenhotep I (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The King is shown in the pose, beard and robe of Osiris, the god of rebirth. This expressed a wish for eternal sed festivals: jubilees in which Amenhotep was to be rejuvenated. The King wears the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt. Amenhotep's temple at Deir el-Bahri included many Osiride statues, inspired by prototypes in the nearby temple of Montuhotep II.Queen Hatshepsut substituted a grander..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pharaoh Amenhotep III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a quartzite head of the Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep III; the king wears the red crown of Lower Egypt. This style is very typical of the sculpture of Amenhotep III, especially in the depiction of the eyes. It also foreshadows the artistic mannerism of Armana Period at the end of the 18th Dynasty. From Thebes (modern-day Luxor), Egypt. 18th Dynasty, circa 1400 BCE. (The British Museum, London..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pharaoh, Book of the Dead (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail from the Book of the Dead of Tayesnakht from Thebes, Ptolemaic Period, 332-30 BCE. Pharaohs often wore two crowns to signify the unification of Lower and Upper Egypt. (Egyptian Museum, Turin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ptah (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Limestone statue of the Egyptian god Ptah, Temple of Amun, Thebes, 18th-20th Dynasty, 1550-1070 BCE. Egyptian Museum, Turin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ramesses II Statue (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Upper part of a seated granite statue of Ramesses II of Egypt (c. 1270 BCE). It was found in the pharaoh's mortuary temple in the Ramesseum in western Thebes. The granite is naturally two-coloured: The darker bottom colour was deliberately left to draw a clear distinction between the statue's head and body. British Museum, London, UK. EA 19."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sarcophagus Lid of Shepmin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the sarcophagus lid of Shepmin who was Royal Scribe of Thebes and Priest of Osiris. Meta-greywacke stone, Dynasty XXX, c. 350 BCE, Thebes (Egyptian Museum, Turin, Italy)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shabti Box (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Painted wooden shabti box of of the priest of Amun Amenhotep containing blue faience shabtis. There are 6 columns of Hieroglyphic inscription on one side. From Thebes, Egypt. 21st Dynasty, 1070-945 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shabti Box of Neskhons (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Neskhons was the 4th daughter of the prophet of Amun Djedkhonsefankh. The scene on the side, of uncertain significance, depicts the deceased presenting a shabti to a group of deities. From Thebes, Egypt. Early 26th Dynasty, circa 650 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sitdjehuti's Coffin Mask (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sitdjehuti was a sister and daughter of Egyptian pharaohs. This is a close-up view of the upper part of her coffin, which was made of gold-plated sycamore wood and stucco. From Western Thebes, modern-day Egypt. 17th Dynasty, circa 1575 BCE. State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Amun Bakenkhonsu's High Priest (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This block limestone statue depicts the high priest of Amun Bakenkhonsu. The statue dates back to the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom (1320 BCE) and then it was re-used during the 19th Dynasty (1220 BCE). From Karnak, Thebes, modern-day Egypt. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Egyptian Priest Senemiah (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The inscriptions on the sides identify the man as Senemiah, a priest of the Theban moon-god Khons, with the unsual phrase "he whose hands are pure when adorning his god," referring to the daily ritual in which the image of the god was given fresh food and clothing. This is a fine example of a type of small statue placed in tombs at this period, inscribed in clearly incised hieroglyphs with the formula..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Governor Mentuemhat (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Seated statue of Menuemhat. He was the governor of the District of Thebes. Granite. 25th/26th Dynasties, 690-610 BCE. From Karnak, Thebes, Egypt. (The Neues Museum, Berlin, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Governor Montuemhat (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Montuemhat kneels behind a stela, raising his hands in worship. The damaged top left of the stela shows him likewise, adorning the sun-god Atum-Khepri. A hymn below describes Atum's sunset into the netherworld. A matching statue, now in Cairo, bears a hymn to the sun at sunrise. Both must have come form the Governor's giant tomb. Montuemhat ruled from Thebes over upper Egypt, first as a vassal of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Husband & Wife from the 18th Dynasty (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Painted limestone statue of an unnamed man and his wife. Both sit on a high backed chair and wear elaborate layered wigs. There are no hieroglyphic inscriptions on the statue. It was found inside a tomb chapel at Thebes, Egypt. 18th Dynasty, 1543–1292 BCE (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of King Sobekemsaf I or II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is one of just a few surviving royal statues from the late Second Intermediate Period, when southern Egypt was ruled from Thebes. Two of its kings had the birth name of Sobekemsaf, but their order and chronological potions remain disputed. Sculpture from this period is often crude and highly stylized, a faint echo of masterpieces created two centuries earlier. The King's waist, for instance..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of King Thutmose III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The King wears the white crown of Upper Egypt, with a protective cobra emblem, representing the goddess Wadjyt. A long flaring beard has broken away. The hands are in a position of devotion. For stylistic reasons, the identity of this king seems certain, but his name on the belt was erased, when the statue was usurped. King Ramesses II put cartouches with his names (both on the belt and shoulders..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Nebhepetra (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This serpentine statue comes from the lost tomb of Nebhepetra. It shows him in prayer, with arms extended. The long inscriptions on his robe and on the back pillar reveal an extraordinary career as a lector and a guard. 12th Dynasty, probably reign of Senwosret III, circa 1874-1855 BCE. Probably from Western Thebes, Egypt. This is a new acquisition; acquired with support from the Art Fund and the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of the Nile God Hapy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue of the Nile God Hapy, from Thebes, Karnak, temple of Amun-Ra, Egypt, 22nd Dynasty, reign of Osorkon I, c. 924-889 BCE. The fleshy body symbolizes the Nile's fertility. Hapy holds a table of offerings, from which hang geese, quails, lotuses, pomegranates, and grapes. He presents his produce to Amun-Ra, in whose principal temple this statue stood. A relief behind Hapy's left leg shows..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statuette of an Egyptian Woman & Monkey (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is an ebony statuette of a woman holding a tray on the head of a monkey. From Thebes, 18th Dynasty, 1549-1292 BCE. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London (with thanks to The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Amun Plan, Karnak (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A plan of the Temple of Amun and other temples at Karnak, Thebes. c. 1312–1235 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Amun, Karnak (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The first courtyard of the Temple of Amun, Karnak. It measures 84 x 99 metres and was built during the 22nd Dynasty rule of Sheshonk I (Shoshenq I)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Hatshepsut, Aerial View (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut of Egypt at Deir al-Bahri, Thebes, Egypt"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Tomb of Tutankhamun (KV62), Thebes, c. 1323 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The tomb of Tutankhamun (c. 1345–1323 BCE; reign c. 1332–1323 BCE), located in the Valley of the Kings, offers a rare and largely intact snapshot of royal burial practice during Egypt’s New Kingdom (c. 1550–1070 BCE). Although Tutankhamun’s reign fell within the late 18th Dynasty and followed the religious upheavals of the Amarna period, his relatively modest political role contrasts sharply with..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thebes Funerary Stele (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A funerary stele from Thebes, Egypt. Plastered and painted wood. 7th-4th century BCE. (Archaeological Museum of Milan, Italy)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thutmosis III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A diorite statue of Thutmosis III. From the Temple of Amun, Thebes. Dynasty XVIII, 1479-1425 BCE. (Egyptian Museum, Turin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Unidentified head of an Egyptian king (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fragment of a limestone slab which depicts a relief of a head of an unidentified Egyptian king (in profile). The king looks to the right. From Thebes, Egypt. Ramesside Period, 1292–1069 BCE. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London (with thanks to The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Valley of the Kings (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of the Valley of the Kings, part of the Theban Necropolis, as it may have appeared during the New Kingdom of Egypt (c. 1570- c.1069 BCE). From the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Thebes, the city of the god Amon, was the capital of Egypt during the period of the Middle and New Kingdoms. With the temples and palaces at Karnak and Luxor, and the necropolises of the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, Thebes is a striking testimony to Egyptian civilization at its height. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/87/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Judgement in the Presence of Osiris, Hunefer's Book of the Dead (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=WceVwMdN0eE Hunefer's Judgement in the presence of Osiris, Book of the Dead, 19th Dynasty, New Kingdom, c. 1275 B.C.E., papyrus, Thebes, Egypt (British Museum). Erratum: near the end of the video we say that Nephthys and Anubis are siblings, this is not correct. Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker Figures represented in order..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ramesses the Great, his Long Life and Rule of Ancient Egypt (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ramesses the Great (also known as Ramesses II, as well as the shorter form of his name Ramses) was the third Pharaoh of the Nineteenth Dynasty of Egypt, and not only lived for 96 years but reigned for sixty-six of those years between 1279 and 1213 BCE in the period known as the New Kingdom of Egypt. It was during his reign that Egypt fought the Hittites in the Battle of Kadesh which resulted in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The History of Egypt - Two Lands (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dr. David Neiman continues his lecture on ancient Egypt by describing the methods of irrigation used in ancient and current times on the banks of the Nile. The ancient capitals of Thebes and Memphis were united, but the designations of Upper Egypt and a Lower Egypt remain. This duality was reflected in the double crown that was worn by the Pharaohs thereafter."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Meroë (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Meroe was a wealthy metropolis of the ancient kingdom of Kush in what is today the Republic of Sudan. It was the later capital of the Kingdom of Kush (c. 1069 BCE to c. 350 CE) after the earlier capital of Napata was sacked c. 590 BCE. Prior to that date, Meroe had been an important administrative centre.

The city was located at the crossroads of major trade routes and flourished from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Meroe Head (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Meroe Head, so-called because it was found beneath a temple in the ruins of Meroe, is the head of a larger-than life statue of Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus (better known as Augustus Caesar) the first Emperor of Rome (reigned 31 BCE-14 CE). On 2 September 31 BCE Octavian Caesar (the future Augustus) defeated Mark Antony and Cleopatra VII of Egypt at the Battle of Actium and claimed Egypt..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Egypt (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Ancient Egypt, showing the Nile up to the fifth cataract, and major cities and sites of the Dynastic period (c. 3150 BC to 30 BC). Cairo and Jerusalem are shown as reference cities."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Anklet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Period: Meroitic Period Date: 100–250 CE Geography: From Egypt and Sudan, Nubia, Gebel Faras, Cemetery 1, Grave 186, Oxford Univ. Exped. 1926 Medium: cupreous alloy Dimensions: Diam. 11 cm (4 5/16 in) Credit Line: Gift of Oxford University Expedition to Nubia, 1926 Accession Number: 26.4.110a"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Apedemak Temple (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Lion Temple to the Nubian deity Apedemak in Musawwarat (modern-day Sudan). Apedemak was worshipped in Nubia by Meroitic peoples, and Musawwarat appears to have been its central temple. The deity had only a small influence on the Egyptian pantheon. 3D reconstruction courtesy of the Zamani Project."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Armlet from Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold armlet with pendants and busts of gods. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Armlet with Mummiform Gods from Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold armlet with depictions of mummiform gods. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze Head of Augustus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze head from an over-life-sized statue of Augustus, found in the ancient Nubian site of Meroë in Sudan, 27 - 25 BCE. On display in the British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Candace Amanishakheto of Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sandstone stele showing the Candace (or queen) Amanishakheto of Meroe (r. c. 10 BCE–1 CE), from the Kingdom of Kush in what is now Sudan. She is here depicted between the goddess Amesemi and the god Apedemak. Dating from the 1st century BCE and found at the temple of Amun in Naqa, this photo was taken when the stele was on loan in Munich at the Staatliches Museum Ägyptischer Kunst (originally from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Candace Amanitore of Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A depiction of one of the Queens of Meroe known as Kentakes (or Candaces) the Candace Amanitore (c.50 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chain of Ankhs (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold chain of ankhs (signs of life; also known as key of life, the key of the Nile, or crux ansata). From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chain with Hathor Heads (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Golden chain links in the shape of Hathor heads. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Comparative Timelines of Egypt & Kush (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "From c. 3150 - 2400 BCE, the nutrient-rich banks of the Nile River gave rise to two major civilizations: Egypt and Kush. Contact between the two began as early as c. 3150 BCE, with the first Egyptian expeditions (a mixture of military raids and establishment of trade partnerships). Kush grew strong during the Egyptian Second Intermediate Period, when Egypt was ruled by people known as the Hyksos..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cursive Block from Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sandstone block with cursive Meroitic inscriptions. From Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. 1st century CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fragment of a Dignitary from Meroë (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This stone fragment was made in ancient Egypt during the first few centuries it was under Roman occupation (30 BCE-641 CE). The fragment shows a dignitary or foreign emissary from Meroe, which flourished to Egypt's south from 800 BCE to 350 CE. (Musée du Cinquantenaire, Brussels)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "God Sebiumeker Gold Shield (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold shield with the head of god Sebiumeker. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Golden Jackal from Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Golden jackal. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kingdom of Kush (c. 2400 BCE - 350 CE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Kingdom of Kush (c. 2400 BCE - 350 CE), showing the location of major cities, Kushite pyramids, and trade routes in what is now modern Sudan. Kush's close proximity to Egypt saw trade and cultural exchange as early as 2400 BCE. The region, known for its gold, would later break from Egyptian influence during the reign of King Ergomenes (also known as Arkamani I; r. 295 - 275 BCE) to create..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Ptolemaic World (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the known world at the time of the Ptolemaic Empire, ca. 300 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the royal city in Meroe, Nubia, Sudan"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Meroe Pottery Bowl (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a painted cream-ware pottery bowl. It was reconstructed from fragments and has a rounded base, The interior was painted with brown vine stems and leaves. The exterior surface was painted with leaf motifs between parallel sets of lines. From cemetery 300 at Meroe, Sudan. Meroitic period, 300 BCE to 400 CE. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London (with thanks to The Petrie Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Meroe Pyramids Reconstruction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A partial reconstruction of the pyramids of Meroe (modern Sudan). Meroe was a wealthy metropolis of the ancient kingdom of Kush in what is today the Republic of Sudan. The city was located at the crossroads of major trade routes and it flourished from 800 BCE to 350 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Meroitic Pottery Flask (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a red burnished globular flask with a wide mouth. The flask has been incised with decoration of horizontal bands at the neck and shoulder above an impressed design of triangles. From cemetery 300 at Meroe, Sudan. Meroitic period, 300 BCE to 400 CE. Unpublished. The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, London (with thanks to The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, UCL)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Meroitic Script (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Meroitic hieroglyphic and demotic script. Made from RK Meroitic font (free online, same font as old version) and Gentium Basic for Latin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nubian Armlet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold armlet with a figure of a winged goddess. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nubian Floor Tiles (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Floor tiles of building that once stood in the Royal City of Meroe which was sacked in 350 CE by Emperor Ezana of the Kingdom of Aksum. The sand has helped preserve the tiles in good condition. These tiles must of been constructed and placed before the sacking of the city, so before 350 CE. The quality is comparable to today's appearance of floor tiles."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Original Site Of The Meroe Head (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This photo shows the location where the 'Meroe Head', being the head section of a statue of Augustus Caesar, was found by British Professor, John Garstang in 1910 CE. The head was located below the steps of the entrance of the temple in the Royal City of Meroe, which was sacked by Emperor Ezana of the Kingdom of Aksum in 350 CE. After Egypt was made a Roman province in the battle of Actium in 31..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Relief from the Interior of the Funerary Chapel of a Meroe Queen (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "From early 3rh century BCE until the 4th century CE the majority of Meroitic rulers were buried beneath pyramids close to the city of Meroe. On several occasions the kingdom was ruled by queen whose title was Kandake. A distorted reference to this practice appears in Classical accounts, which report that the "Ethiopians" were always ruled by women called Candace. The ruler buried beneath Pyramid..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Seal Rings from Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Several golden seal rings with different gods; the focus is on one ring only. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shield Ring with Amun's Head (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Golden shield ring with a ram's head representing the god Amun, from the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, Pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, c. 1 CE. State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shield Ring with an Udjat (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Golden shield ring an Udjat (Eye of Horus) in sun disc. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shield Ring with Goddess Mut (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Golden shield ring with a bust of the goddess Mut. From the treasure of the Nubian queen Amanishakheto, pyramid N6, Meroe, modern-day northern Sudan. Meroitic period, around 1 CE. (State Museum of Egyptian Art, Munich, Germany)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Eastern Hemisphere, 100 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the major empires, kingdoms, tribes, and ethnic groups of the Eastern Hemisphere in 100 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Meroe Head of Augustus Caesar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Meroe Head is from a larger-than life statue of Augustus Caesar (reigned 31 BCE-14 CE). It is 47.7 cm, made of bronze with alabaster, glass and coral inlays for the eyes. Discovered at Meroe in 1910 by J. Garstang."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Pyramids of Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Aerial view of the pyramids at Meroe, Republic of Sudan, 2001."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Ergamenes and the Meroitic Empire (Ancient Nubia) (Kingdom of Kush) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "King Ergamenes (also known as King Arkamani I, r. 295-275 BCE) was the greatest king of the city of Meroe, Kingdom of Kush (located in modern-day Sudan) who broke free from Egyptian dominance to help direct a wholly distinct culture. The city of Meroe is cited by many ancient writers (Herodotus among them) as an almost fabled city of wealth and mystery, and scholars credit Ergamenes for establishing..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sudan - Meroë pyramids (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Meroë is an ancient city on the east bank of the Nile approximately 200 km north-east of Khartoum, Sudan. It was the capital of the Kingdom of Kush for several centuries. The site of the city of Meroë is marked by more than two hundred pyramids in three groups, of which many are in ruins. They have distinctive size and proportions of Nubian pyramids. (extract from Wikipedia). We visited Meroë..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Kush Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In an area straddling Egypt and Sudan, the rise and fall of a great civilization founded on iron. See All National Geographic Videos http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/?source=4001"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aegina (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Aegina is an island in the Saronic Gulf, south of Athens. It was one of Greece's early maritime powers, famous for minting the earliest coins in Greece which were accepted all over the Mediterranean region. According to the classical writer Ovid (43 BCE - 17 CE), the island was originally known as Oenone. As the myth explains, the god Zeus, in the shape of a great flame, carried off the nymph..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Island Kingdom of Aegina: The Old Gods Still Whisper Their Truths (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Today, traveling an hour by ferry from Piraeus, the port of Athens, the first remnant of Aegina's great past a visitor will see is the lonely pillar of Apollo rising from the trees on the hill of Kolona. Once a splendid complex of three buildings (the Temple of Apollo itself rose on eleven large pillars and six smaller ones) and a cemetery (in which a large collection of gold and jewelry was found..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aegina Silver Stater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver stater from Aegina, 550-500 BCE. O: Sea turtle. R: Incuse square with eight sections."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Laomedon (Temple of Aphaia) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Trojan king Laomedon(?) from the east pediment of the Temple of Aphaia on Aegina (c. 490-480 BCE). The scene is thought to depict Hercules' attack on the city of Troy. (Glyptothek, Munich)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silver Stater of Aegina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver stater from Aegina, 4th century BCE. O: turtle. R: Incuse square with five sections."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silver Stater, Aegina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver stater from Aegina, 4th century BCE. O: Tortoise, R: Incuse square. (Alpha Bank Numismatic Collection, Kerkyra, Corfu)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Aphaea (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the temple of Aphaea on Aegina. Aphaea was only worshipped in this temple. Pausanias (2nd century AD) writes: "On Aigina as one goes toward the mountain of Pan-Greek Zeus, the sanctuary of Aphaia comes up, for whom Pindar composed an ode at the behest of the Aeginetans. The Cretans say (the myths about her are native to Crete) that Euboulos was the son of Karmanor, who purified..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Aphaia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Aphaia, a local fertility goddess of the island of Aegina, Greece, c. 500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Aphaia at Aegina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Aphaia, Aegina, Greece c. 500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Aphaia, Aegina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The temple of local fertility goddess Aphaia whose role was eventually assumed by Athena; c. 500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Pillar of Apollo (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Pillar of Apollo on Kolona Hill, Aegina, Greece. The last remnant of the Temple of Apollo and Acropolis complex which stood on the site in the days of Aegina's glory."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Temple of Aphaia, Aegina, Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Temple of the local fertility goddess Aphaia, Aegina, Greece, c. 500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "East and West Pediments from the Temple of Aphaia, Aegina, c. 490-480 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=pdqOIg_QYSc East and West Pediments from the Temple of Aphaia, Aegina, c. 490-480 B.C.E. (Glyptothek, Munich) Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris & Dr. Steven Zucker"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Elam (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Elam was a region in the Near East corresponding to the modern-day provinces of Ilam and Khuzestan in southern Iran (though it also included part of modern-day southern Iraq) whose civilization spanned thousands of years from circa 3200 to circa 539 BCE.

The name comes from the Akkadian and Sumerian for “highlands” or “high country,” while the Elamites referred to their land as Haltami..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ten Ancient Elam Facts You Need to Know (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Elam, located in the region of the modern-day provinces of Ilam and Khuzestan in Iran, was one of the most impressive civilizations of the ancient world. It was never a cohesive ethnic kingdom or polity but rather a federation of different tribes governed at various times by cities such as Susa, Anshan, and Shimashki until it was united during the Middle Elamite Period, briefly, as an empire..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ten Ancient Mesopotamia Facts You Need to Know (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Mesopotamia is the ancient Greek name (meaning "the land between two rivers," the Tigris and Euphrates) for the region corresponding to modern-day Iraq and parts of Iran, Syria, and Turkey. It is considered the "cradle of civilization" for the many inventions and innovations that first appeared there circa 6500 BCE through the 7th century. In the Pre-Pottery Neolithic Age, people gradually shifted..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Near East c.1500-1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the geopolitical landscape of the ancient Near East following the destructive campaigns of the Old Hittite Empire (circa 1650–1500 BCE), which triggered widespread upheaval and realigned regional power structures. In the aftermath, new political forces emerged, reshaping diplomacy, trade, and territorial control across the region. Rising from the chaos were the Middle Babylonian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Syro-Mesopotamia ca. 1764 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the political situation in Syro-Mesopotamia c. 1764 BCE. During this time, the Amorite Kings, Hammurabi of Babylon and Zimri-Lim of Mari were engaged in near-constant warfare with surrounding polities, many of whom were also predominantly Amorite. The two kings crushed powers like Eshnunna and fought back the Elamites. In 1761 BCE, Babylon is known to have taken control of Mari and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of the Kassites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Babylonian Empire during the time of the Kassites, roughly the 13th century BC. This map shows the probable river courses and coastline at that time."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chogha Zanbil (Dur Untash) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Elamite Ziggurat located in today's Khuzestan Province in Iran. It was constructed in approximately 1250 BCE in a religious city originally called Dur Untash."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chogha Zanbil Ziggurat [East Side], Iran (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the east side of the ziggurat of Chogha Zanbil with the southeastern stairway which provided access to the first terrace. Chogha Zanbil is a magnificent, 3300-year-old ancient Elamite complex located 30 kilometres south-east of the ancient city of Susa in the Khuzestan province of western Iran. The complex occupied a total area of 100 hectares and consisted of a large, five storeys high..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chogha Zanbil Ziggurat, Iran (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Chogha Zanbil is a magnificent, 3300-year-old ancient Elamite complex located 30 kilometres (18 miles) south-east of the ancient city of Susa in the Khuzestan province of western Iran. The principal element of this complex is an enormous brick ziggurat, a large stepped pyramidal temple dedicated to the Elamite divinity Inshushinak, the protector and patron god of Susa. Chogha Zanbil was founded..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Destruction of Susa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ashurbanipal's campaign against Susa is triumphantly recorded in this relief showing the sack of Susa in 647 BC. Here, flames rise from the city as Assyrian soldiers topple it with pickaxes and crowbars and carry off the spoils."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Early Elamite Clay Tablet with Numerical Signs from Southern Iran (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Early Elamite clay tablet with numerical signs found in Tappeh Yahya, Kerman, dating to c. 3100 to 2900 BCE (Yahya Period IVc). National Museum of Iran, Tehran, inv. no. 4065. Photo by Nima Fakoorzadeh (Baloot Noghrei) Tappeh Yahya in southeastern Iran is a circular mound (= Tappeh in Persian) of c. 187 m in diameter and 20 meters high. With more than four millennia of archaeological remains..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Elam Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map showing the area of the Elamite Empire (in red) and the neighboring areas. The approximate Bronze Age extension of the Persian Gulf is shown."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Elamite Cup (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver cup from Marvdasht, Fars, with linear-Elamite inscription on it. Late 3rd Millennium BC. National Museum of Iran."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kneeling Bull Holding Vessel (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Proto-Elamite silver sculpture of a kneeling bull holding a spouted vessel, c. 3100-2900 BCE, southwestern Iran."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East, c. 1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East c. 1300 BCE, showing the period of Great Powers, with the six large kingdoms and empires (the Hittites, the Mycenaean Civilization, Assyria, Babylonia, Elam and the New Kingdom of Egypt) co-existing in relative stability. This is the period of diplomacy with has produced the Amarna Letters and the Treaty of Kadesh, the first recorded peace treaty in history..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The area which formed Sumer started at the Persian Gulf and reached north to the 'neck' of Mesopotamia where the two rivers, the Tigris and the Euphrates meander much closer to each other. To the east loomed the Zagros Mountains, where scattered city states thrived on trade and learning from Sumer, and to the west was the vast expanse of the Arabian desert. The rivers have changed course considerably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Ancient Near East after Hammurabi, c. 1700 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "By c. 1700 BCE, the political landscape of the Ancient Near East had been reshaped by the rapid rise and fragmentation of two unusually large territorial states. Shamshi-Adad I created a realm stretching across much of Upper Mesopotamia, linking centers such as Assur, Šubat-Enlil, Ekallatum, and Mari, but it fragmented soon after his death around 1776 BCE. A generation later, Hammurabi of Babylon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Third Dynasty of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the rise of the Sumerian city-state of Ur following the collapse of the Akkadian Empire (reign: circa 2334 - 2154 BCE). In the aftermath of political fragmentation and regional instability, Ur emerged as a leading center of power in southern Mesopotamia. This period, often referred to as the Sumerian Renaissance, marked a revival of Sumerian cultural identity, political organization..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC. Inset: Reference Map of the Nile Delta."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Proto-Elamite Figure with Ibex Horns (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Striding figure with ibex horns, a raptor skin draped around the shoulders, and upturned boots. c. 3000 BCE, Proto-Elamite Period."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tepe Sialk, Iran (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Tepe Sialk is an archeological site (a tepe, "hill, tell") near Kashan in central Iran consisting of two hills with six main phases of occupation. The oldest settlements in Sialk date to around 6000–5500 BCE while the ziggurat was constructed during the fourth period of occupation that lasted from about 3000-2500 BCE. It is the oldest of four ziggurats in Iran constructed by the Elamite civilization..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ziggurat Consecrated to God Inshushinak at Choqa Zanbil (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ziggurat at Chogha Zanbil consecrated to the God Inshushinak. Inshushinak was one of the most important Elamite deities, worshipped in Susa and Khuzestan region during the Middle Elamite Period."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chogha Zanbil (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Chogha Zanbil, Dur Untash in Elamite language, is an ancient Elamite complex in Khuzestan province of Iran. It is one of the few existing ziggurats outside Mesopotamia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Faces of Ancient Near Eastern Women (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video is a slideshow of pictures of various artifacts and artworks that detail the visage of ancient Near Eastern women, most of which are royalty. Locations include: Mesopotamia (Sumer and Akkad), Arabia, Phoenicia (Lebanon) and Elam (Persia)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Elamite Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Elam was a region in the Near East corresponding to the modern-day provinces of Ilam and Khuzestan in southern Iran (though it also included part of modern-day southern Iraq) whose civilization spanned thousands of years from c. 3200 - c. 539 BCE. The name comes from the Akkadian and Sumerian words for “highlands” or “high country” while the Elamites referred to their land as Haltami (or Haltamti..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Elamites - The Early History of Elam and Its People (Part 1) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "If you've ever been curious about the ancient land of Elam and Elamite civilization, then you're in luck. In this program, "The Early History of Elam and the Elamites," we take a look at how Elamite civilization began as well as the beginnings of its perennial conflict with the city-states and empires of Mesopotamia. There's so much to learn about this fascinating and powerful culture of ancient..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Elamites - Elam vs. Mesopotamia (Part 2) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In Part 2 of this series on ancient Elam, we take a look at some of the conflicts and wars that developed between the Elamites and their neighbors in Mesopotamia during the Old Elamite Period. In addition, we'll also examine the unique system of the Sukkalmah and his co-regents. It's a pretty informative and action-packed episode on ancient history that you won't want to miss!"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Elamites - The Middle Elamite Period (Part 3) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In Part 3 of this series on ancient Elam, we continue our study of Elamite history by taking a look at the Middle Elamite Period. Though fascinating, it's also a period that's shrouded in mystery. Still, we know by some of the monuments and cities, such as Kabrak (Haft Tepe) and Dur Untash (Chogha Zanbil) that this was truly a remarkable civilization as well as a prosperous time for Elam. It..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Fall of Ur to the Elamites ~ Ancient Mesopotamia ~ (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this brief episode by Chris from The History of the World Podcast he guides through the decline and fall of Sumerian civilization and culture and into the horrific destruction of the great Ancient Mesopotamian City of Ur. 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Susa was one of the oldest cities in the world and part of the site is still inhabited as Shush, Khuzestan Province, Iran. Excavations have uncovered evidence of continual habitation dating back to 4395 BCE but that early community grew from an even older one dating back to c. 7000 BCE.

Susa was a principal city of the Elamite, Achaemenid Persian, and Parthian empires and was originally..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Discovering the Glories of Persia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Iran, or Persia as it was formerly known, is a country with a long and rich history stretching back thousands of years and where many civilisations thrived. With 24 historical sites registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List and each with its own story to tell, Iran offers an incredible variety of archaeological and cultural wonders. There is no shortage of wonderful places to explore in Iran..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Herodotus: On The Customs of the Persians (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although the Greek historian Herodotus (l. c. 484-425/413 BCE) is often criticized for inaccuracy in his Histories, his frequently-anthologized On the Customs of the Persians is regarded as accurate. The passage is all the more interesting in that he contrasts the behavior and values of the Persians with those of the Greeks, with the Persians shown in a much more flattering light. His depiction..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of the Kassites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Babylonian Empire during the time of the Kassites, roughly the 13th century BC. This map shows the probable river courses and coastline at that time."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Destruction of Susa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ashurbanipal's campaign against Susa is triumphantly recorded in this relief showing the sack of Susa in 647 BC. Here, flames rise from the city as Assyrian soldiers topple it with pickaxes and crowbars and carry off the spoils."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Glazed Brick Guardsman from Susa, Iran (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This was part of a frieze depicting rows of guards. The vivid colors show how the carved stone sculptures would have looked when they were painted. The guards were thought to be members of the 10,000 special royal guards. 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One of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The area which formed Sumer started at the Persian Gulf and reached north to the 'neck' of Mesopotamia where the two rivers, the Tigris and the Euphrates meander much closer to each other. To the east loomed the Zagros Mountains, where scattered city states thrived on trade and learning from Sumer, and to the west was the vast expanse of the Arabian desert. The rivers have changed course considerably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Palace of Darius in Susa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The foundations of the Palace of Darius the Great at Susa (Iran), the capital of Elam and of the Achaemenid Empire. The palace was built on a 12-hectare (29.6 acres) artificial platform and occupied five hectares (12.3 acres). 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It is currently housed in the British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ranks of Immortals (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ranks of the Louvre Museum melophores (immortal Persian guard) from the famous glazed bricks friezes found in the Apadana (Darius the Great's palace) in Susa by archeologist Marcel Dieulafoy and brought to Paris. Such polychromic friezes used to decorate the Achaemenid king's palaces in their capitals of Susa, Ecbatana and Persepolis. There were 10,000 royal guards, any dead being replaced straight..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Apadana of the Palace of Darius in Susa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Apadana (audience hall) of the Palace of Darius in Susa (Iran) was a large hypostyle room of 36 columns. 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Inshushinak was one of the most important Elamite deities, worshipped in Susa and Khuzestan region during the Middle Elamite Period."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bushel with ibex motifs, c. 4200--3500 B.C.E., Susa (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Bushel with ibex motifs, 4200—3500 B.C.E., Susa I period, necropolis, acropolis mound, Susa, Iran, painted terra-cotta, 28.90 x 16.40 cm, excavations led by Jacques de Morgan, 1906-08 (Musée du Louvre) Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Visiting the Ziggurat Chogha Zanbil & The Palace of Susa (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "If you are planning to go to Iran, visit Shushtar (the ziggurat) and visit the city Shush (the palace)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lydia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Lydia was a region of western Asia Minor which prospered due to its natural resources and position on trading routes between the Mediterranean and Asia. The Kingdom of Lydia flourished in the 7th and 6th centuries BCE and expanded to its greatest extent during the reign of Croesus, famed for his great wealth. Lydia then became a Persian satrapy with its capital at Sardis. Conquered by Alexander..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Herodotus on Lydia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Herodotus’ narrative on Lydia takes up almost one half of Book I of his Histories and the section dealing with King Croesus is among the best-known and often anthologized. The last section, in which he discusses Lydian women as prostitutes, is not as well-known but continues a criticism of the region earlier reserved only for its king. 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Persepolis' bas-reliefs describe..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lydia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Lydia in the middle of the 6th century BCE. The red line shows an alternative interpretation of Lydia's ancient borders."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Mediterranean 550 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Mediterranean around 550 BC, showing the major cultures: Greece and its colonies Phoenicia and its colonies Lydia Egypt Persia Thrace Illyria"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Red-Figure Depiction of Croesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A depiction of Croesus (r. 560-546 BCE), the King of Lydia on a Greek red-figure pottery vase. 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It is one of the seven churches mentioned in John's New Testament apocalyptic work, the book of Revelation, and is mentioned in the book of Acts in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Artemis, Sardis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Temple of Artemis in Sardis in Lydia (modern-day western Turkey), originally built by the Greeks in 300 BCE and later renovated by the Romans in the 2nd century CE. 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Bactria was a province of the Persian empire located in modern Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan.

After the defeat of Darius III of Persia, Bactria continued to offer resistance against Alexander the Great, led by Bessus, who had proclaimed himself successor to Darius. Alexander conquered it with great difficulty between 329-327 BCE, largely with the help of local auxiliary..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ai Khanum, the Capital of Eucratides (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ai Khanum (also spelled Ai-Khanoum or Ay-Khanum, lit. “Lady Moon” in Uzbek), was founded in the 4th century BC, following the conquests of Alexander the Great and was one of the primary cities of the Greco-Bactrian kingdom. The site is located in the northern part of modern Afghanistan, in a little plain between the Amou-Darya and the Kokcha. In 1961, the Afghan king Mohammad Zaher Chach, hunting..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Some new hypotheses on the problems of the Indo-Greek kingdoms (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Warning: See the definitions of Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek Kingdoms before reading this article, otherwise the following lines could give you serious headaches! A lack of information is a common problem for historians of the Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek kingdoms, due to the almost-inexistence of written accounts about them. The fact that the modern political problems in the area allow looters..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaemenid Empire Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Persian Achaemenid Empire at its greatest extent under the reigns of Darius the Great and Xerxes. Inspired by Historical Atlas of Georges Duby (p.11, map D), this map was made by Fabienkhan the 24th of August 2006, using Inkscape and GIMP. Arad translated the map to help."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Antimachus I Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver tetradrachm from Bactria, reign of Antimachus I, 185-170 BCE. O: Head of Antimachus I. (R: Poseidon)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coin of Eucratides I (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A silver tetradrachm of the Bactrian king Eucratides I (r. c. 171–145 BCE). (Numisamiatics Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coins of Euthydemus II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Coins of Euthydemus II, early 2nd century BCE. Peshawar Museum, Pakistan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Demetrius I Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver tetradrachm from Bactria, reign of Demetrius I, 205-171 BCE. O: Head of Demetrius I. R: Hercules."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Graeco-Bactrian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The map shows the first Graeco Bactrian kingdom established by Diodotus 1 following the dissolution of the Seleucid Empire. c. 240 - 170 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Alexander the Great's Conquests (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the route that Alexander the Great took to conquer Egypt, Mesopotamia, Persia, and Bactria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Approximate maximum extent of the Greco-Bactrian kingdom circa 180 BCE, including the regions of Tapuria and Traxiane to the West, Sogdiana and Ferghana to the north, Bactria and Arachosia to the south."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Empire of Alexander the Great (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the Empire of Alexander the Great, his conquests, and the routes he took (334 BC - 323 BC). Major cities, roads, and battles are indicated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Empire about 500 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athens (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Athens, Greece, with its famous Acropolis, has come to symbolize the whole of the country in the popular imagination, and not without cause. It not only has its iconic ruins and the famous port of Piraeus but, thanks to ancient writers, its history is better documented than most other ancient Greek city-states.

The city began as a small community of the Mycenaean Civilization (c. 1700-1100..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Tour in Ancient Athens (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Athens is mostly associated with its ancient past rather than its modern turbulent state of the latest two hundred years. While walking the centre of the luminous city, the visitor can easily observe both ends of Hellenic culture. The city offers plenty of ancient examples in every corner, the visitor must only roam aimlessly in the narrow alleys of the old town, and they will stumble upon these..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Visual Glossary of Greek Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Alabastron (pl. alabastra) - a small jar for storing perfumes, named after the material (alabaster) the first examples were made from. They were often carried by a string looped around the neck of the vessel. Amphora (pl. amphorae) - one of the most common forms in Greek pottery, various shapes, always with two vertical neck-handles and used for storing and transporting oil, wine and foodstuffs..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Inventions (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient Greeks are often credited with building the foundations upon which all western cultures are built, and this impressive accolade stems from their innovative contributions to a wide range of human activities, from sports to medicine, architecture to democracy. 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We think of such things as its numerous monuments (the Parthenon on the Acropolis for example), beautifying everywhere, the Agora swarming with people doing business, discussing current affairs, and chit-chatting, and its flourishing intellectual, artistic, and literary life, including great philosophers like Socrates..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Genocide in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Genocide is often viewed as a particular feature of our own current age. This perception largely stems from the terrible events which took place during World War Two in the 20th century CE in the parts of Europe occupied by the Nazis. However, there are certain occasions in the ancient world which could also be possibly considered as genocide. 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Dr. Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites like Isthmia, Kato, and Mantinea. If you did not already know, World History has teamed up with Adante Travels and designed a tour in Greece exclusively for our..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: American School of Classical Studies at Athens (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The American School of Classical Studies in Greece has been running its operations since the 19th century CE, with excavations across the country and an academic program that runs throughout the summer and fall. They are arguably the most prominent foreign institution in Athens and are also the official representative of US archaeological endeavors in Greece. Our newest contributor, Sam Freeman..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: The First Black Archaeologist: A Life of John Wesley Gilbert by John Lee (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "John Lee joins World History Encyclopedia to tell us all about his new book, The First Black Archaeologist: A Life of John Wesley Gilbert. Kelly (WHE): Thank you so much for joining me! Let us start by talking about what the book is about and who this John Wesley Gilbert is. John Lee (Author): Sure! John Wesley Gilbert was born in rural Georgia in 1863. He was born into slavery and he rose..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Love, Sex, & Marriage in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Love, sex, and marriage in ancient Greece are portrayed in Greek literature as distinct, yet closely intertwined, elements of life. For many upper-class men, marriages did not take place for love, and other relationships, be it with men or other women, took on this role. Due to this, a lot of the literature discussing love is about the relationships men had outside marriage, often pederastic relationships..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Overlooked Athens: 5 Ancient Sites (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "For centuries, the Parthenon has been Athens' biggest tourist magnet. Pausanias gushed over it in the 2nd century CE, Elgin coveted it, Byron mourned for it, and countless tour groups and camera-toting enthusiasts swarm over it today. But stunning as it undoubtedly is, there are other sites dotted around the city which almost no one takes the time to visit. Un-ticketed and largely deserted, these..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pausanius' Guide To Ancient Athens (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Pausanius (l. 110-180 CE) was a geographer and historian who traveled extensively, taking notes on points of interest, then wrote on them in guide books which could be used by tourists visiting the sites described. His works have long been recognized for their accuracy and have served as guides for archaeologists and historians in the modern era as in antiquity. 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Roman Education Education..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Athena Nike (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Athena Nike, on the southwest bastion of the Acropolis, is smaller than the other buildings behind it but no less impressive. It was completed in 420 BCE during the restoration of Athens after the Persian invasion of 480 BCE and was designed to greet those visiting Athena’s complex. Visitors to the Acropolis entered through the Propylaia, the main gate, which was flanked by a monumental..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Olympian Zeus, Athens (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens, also known as the Olympieion, was built over several centuries starting in 174 BCE and only finally completed by Roman emperor Hadrian in 131 CE. 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Whether..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 3: From the Thirty Years Peace to the Start of the Ten Years War (445/4–431/0 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The third phase of the Delian League begins with the Thirty Years Peace between Athens and Sparta and ends with the start of the Ten Years War (445/4 – 431/0 BCE). The First Peloponnesian War, which effectively ended after the Battle of Coronea, and the Second Sacred War forced both the Spartans and Athenians to realize a new dualism..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 4: The Ten Years War (431/0-421/0 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The fourth phase of the Delian League encompasses the first part of the Great Peloponnesian War, also referred to as the Ten Years War, sometimes called quite incorrectly The Archidamian War, and it ends with the Peace of Nicias (431/30 – 421/20 BCE). Though the Ten Years War had several surprising events, the two alliances fought essentially..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 5: The Peace of Nicias, Quadruple Alliance, and Sicilian Expedition (421/0-413/2 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The fifth phase of the Delian League begins with the Peace of Nicias – a settlement that settled nothing – and ends with the start of the Decelean War (also referred to as the Ionian War). This conflict's beginning overlaps the League's disaster in Sicily, which occurred shortly thereafter (421/0 – 413/2 BCE). Although the resources..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Desecration of the Statues of Hermes, 415 BCE (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "On 7 June 415 BCE, various statues of the god Hermes were desecrated in Athens. The Peloponnesian War (431-404 BCE) had been raging for decades as one of the biggest civil wars in Ancient Greece, and the Athenians prepared for the expedition to Sicily in 415 BCE. However, a few priests warned against it, and others spoke of disastrous omens. 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As a visual document it presents an image that would have been seen and understood to those who passed it; despite being a cavalryman, a typically elite element of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Library of Hadrian, Athens (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Library of Hadrian (aka Hadrian's Library) in Athens was constructed circa 132-134 CE as part of Roman Emperor Hadrian's grand re-building plan for the city. The library was the largest in Athens and with its columned façade and high surrounding walls, built to impress. 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The illness would persist throughout scattered parts of Greece and the eastern Mediterranean until finally dying out in 426 BCE. The origin of the epidemic occurred in sub-Saharan Africa just south of Ethiopia. The disease swept north and west through Egypt and Libya across the Mediterranean Sea into Persia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Rise of Cities in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The history of the ancient world has always been told as a history of cities, from Homer's epic poems about events just before and just after the sack of Troy, through the prose histories of wars between Athens and Sparta, Rome and Carthage. 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(Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Until Sir Arthur Evans unearthed the palace of Knossos, the half-man-half bull killed by Theseus was considered just a popular legend; archaeology changed that perception. King Minos, of Crete, fought hard with his brother to ascend the throne and, having won the kingship and exiled his brother, prayed to the god of the sea, Poseidon, for a snow white bull as a sign of the god's approval. Minos..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thucydides on the Plague of Athens: Text & Commentary (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Plague of Athens (429-426 BCE) struck the city, most likely, in 430 BCE before it was recognized as an epidemic and, before it was done, had claimed between 75,000-100,000 lives. Modern-day scholars believe it was most likely an outbreak of smallpox or typhus, but bubonic plague is still considered a possibility. The primary source for information on the event is the historian Thucydides..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tower of the Winds (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Tower of the Winds, also known as the Clock of Andronicus Cyrrhestes, is a timekeeping tower on the eastern side of the Roman agora of Athens. Built in the 2nd century BCE, it once had nine sundials and contained a large water clock. Recently cleaned and restored, visitors can now finally enter the tower as part of the visit to the agora. The Tower of the Winds in Athens, as indicated by an..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Travel in the Ancient Greek World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel opportunities within the ancient Greek world largely depended on status and profession; nevertheless, a significant proportion of the population could, and did, travel across the Mediterranean to sell their wares, skills, go on religious pilgrimage, see sporting events or even travel simply for the pleasure of seeing the magnificent sights of the ancient world. Travel was not always glamorous..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tyrants of Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Tyrannies existed across the Greek world from the city-states to the islands of Sicily and Samos. Most historians date the Great Age of Greek Tyranny from 750 to 500 BCE, ending with the ousting of Hippias; however, some authors extend the period into the 4th century BCE, embracing the despotic rule of Cassander in Macedonia as well as the tyrannies of Dionysius I and II in Syracuse. The Nature..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Women in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Women in the ancient Greek world had few rights in comparison to male citizens. Unable to vote, own land, or inherit, a woman's place was in the home and her purpose in life was the rearing of children. That is a general description and when considering Greek women one should remember our sources are incomplete and not always unbiased. Unfortunately, information regarding specific city-states..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Xenophon's Defense of Socrates (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Xenophon's Defense of Socrates (c. 371 BCE) is a passage from the Memorabilia of Xenophon (l. 430 to c. 354 BCE) in which he addresses the teachings and actions of Socrates of Athens and denounces the charges against him as unjust and unfounded. It is one of three extant works on Socrates' trial written by those who knew him. The other two works are Xenophon's Apology and the Apology of Plato..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "7 Sages of Ancient Greece and Their Wisdom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Seven Sages of ancient Greece (hoi hepta sophoi, "the Seven Wise Men") were a celebrated group of Archaic Greek thinkers, lawmakers, rulers, and statesmen remembered for practical wisdom and concise moral advice. Traditions about the sages developed during the 6th and 5th centuries BCE, and Plato gives the best-known canonical list in his Protagoras. Their famous maxims were part of a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Wounded Pisistratus Rides Into the Agora (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Pisistratus by trickery deprives Solon of his sovereignty, illustration in Sylvain Maréchal's History of Greece, c. 1790. The scene depicted here is the arrival of a wounded Pisistratus (c. 600-527 BCE) to the Athenian agora, claiming to the crowds to have survived assassination and pleading for protection. Granted a bodyguard despite the protestations of his mentor Solon, he quickly seized power..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Acropolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of a reconstructed Acropolis, from the 1901 Brockhaus Enzyklopädie."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Acropolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Idealised reconstruction of the Acropolis and Areus Pagus in Athens (1846 CE). Leo von Klenze (1784-1864 CE). Neue Pinakothek, Munich."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Acropolis in Athens (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's impression of what the Athenian Acropolis may have looked like at the time of classical Greece. From the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Acropolis Plan, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A plan of the acropolis of Athens. Occupied from Mycenaean times, the monuments visible today largely date from the 5th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aerial View of the Thesium, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The temple of Hephaistos and Athena, also known as the Theseum because of its decorative sculpture depicting the feats of Theseus, Athens. The Doric temple, built in 449 BCE, is situated in the agora. Hephaistos and Athena, as gods of crafts were worshipped here and within were bronze statues of the divinities."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agora of Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Athenian Agora in the 5th century BCE. Key 1 Peristylar Court 2 Mint 3 Enneacrounos 4 South stoa 5 Heliaea 6 Strategeion 7 Colonos Agoraios 8 Tholos 9 Agora stone 10 Monument of the Eponymous Heroes 11 Old Bouleuterion 12 New Bouleuterion 13 Temple of Hephaestus (Hephaestion) 14 Temple of Apollo Patroos 15 Stoa of Zeus 16 Altar of the Twelve Gods 17 Royal stoa 18..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agora of Athens and the Temple of Hephaestus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Agora of Athens and the Temple of Hephaistos. Founded 6th century BCE"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alcibiades (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An idealised bust attributed to Athenian statesman and general Alcibiades (c. 451-403 BCE). Roman copy of a 4th century BCE original (Palazzo dei Conservatori, Rome)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arch of Hadrian, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Arch of Hadrian in Athens was built in 131/132 CE by the Athenians in honor Hadrian (r. 117-138 CE) for his many benefactions to the city. One of the two inscriptions carved on the architrave of the arch names Hadrian as founder of Athens and reads “This is the city of Hadrian and not of Theseus”."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arches, Theatre of Herod Atticus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The arched rear of the theatre of Herod the Atticus, Athens. Construction was completed in 161 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athena, Protective Deity of Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble statue of Athena, the protective deity of Athens. Replica of a Greek original, most likely from Italy, either c. 100 BCE or 100-200 CE. (Musee du Louvre Abu Dhabi)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athenian Agora and Acropolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of a view across the Agora on an early summer evening, looking southeast towards the Acropolis. Trees and plants had been planted in the Agora from the time of Cimon in the mid fifth century BC. Left of centre is the Altar of the Twelve Gods, while to the right, men gather beside the Royal Stoa. In the background can be seen the statue of Zeus outside the stoa dedicated to him..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athenian Hoplites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 3D representation of Athenian hoplites in battle. The Gorgon device on the central figure's shield was a typical feature of Greek shield design. In Greek mythology the stare of the Gorgon Medusa was said to turn people to stone."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athenian Propylaea Reconstruction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An illustration of the Propylaea or monumental gateway of the Athenian acropolis, 5th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athenian Silver Coin, 6th Century BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Athenian coin, silver, 550-546 BCE. Minted in the ancient Greek city-state of Athens, this silver coin depicts a Gorgon's head, a symbolic ward against evil also known as a "gorgoneion." On the reverse, not pictured here, is stamped a square divided into four triangles. British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athenian Silver Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Athenian silver tetradrachm, depicting Athena on the obverse and an owl with an olive branch on the reverse, 479-454 BCE. Alpha Bank Numismatics Collection, Kerkyra, Corfu."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athenian Silver Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver tetradrachm from Athens, 479-454 BCE. O: Head of Athena. R: Owl and olive branch."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athens Acropolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Acropolis of Athens. Dominating the acropolis is the Parthenon, built between 447 and 432 BCE in the Age of Pericles, and dedicated to the city’s patron deity Athena."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Attic White-Ground Lekythos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This vessel is decorated with a female figure advancing towards a wool basket, holding a flat basket with wreaths and a lekythos. White lekythoi, perfume vases, were made exclusively in Athens and destined solely for funerary use. The scene on the Benaki vase is of an Athenian preparing to visit the tomb of some dear deceased or of a bride getting ready for a marriage that will never take place..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Caryatid (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Caryatids of the 5th century BCE Erechtheion on the Athenian Acropolis."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Caryatids of the Erechtheion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the south porch of the Erechtheion temple on the Athenian acropolis. The building was constructed between 421 to 406 BCE to house the ancient wooden cult statue of Athena and as a shrine to various local deities including Erechtheus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Choragic Monument of Lysicrates (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Choragic Monument of Lysicrates Dedication: 335/334 BCE Location: Athens, Greece"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Church of the Holy Apostles, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Byzantine Church of the Holy Apostles, Athens. Built c. 1000, it is typical of the Byzantine church model copied everywhere across the Byzantine Empire."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cimon's Tomb (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Remains of Cimon's tomb on the path over Filopappou Hill in Athens"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delian League (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating the members of the Delian League, led by Athens c. 431 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dionysos from the Parthenon. (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Figure D (commonly identified as Dionysos) from the East Pediment of the Parthenon. Here we can see his legs, and where his feet would have been attatched. He reclines on a rock. His seat is softened by a mantle and an animal fur. Despite the fact that both of his hands are missing, Figure D is the only pediment sculpture with an intact head. He glances to the left, towards the rising sun of Helios..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Erechtheion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Erechtheion temple of the Athenian acropolis was constructed between 421 and 406 BCE. The temple was built to house the ancient cult wooden statue of Athena and as a shrine to other local gods such as the early Athenian kings Erechtheus and Kekrops, and Boutes and Pandrosos. Poseidon and Zeus also had sacred precincts within the building. The south porch has the iconic Caryatids which make the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Erechtheion Entrance Facade (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The six Ionic columns of the front entrance of the Erechtheion temple on the Athenian acropolis which was constructed between 421 and 406 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Erechtheion Floor Plan (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A floor plan of the Erechtheion on the Athenian acropolis, constructed 421-406 BCE. On the right, indicated in purple are the six Caryatids of the south porch. The main cella is divided into four chambers, the largest of which housed the cult wooden statue of Athena Polias. The north porch of six Ionic columns was an area sacred to Poseidon and Zeus. The main entrance was at the east of the buildiing..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Facade, Library of Hadrian, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The north facade of the Library of Hadrian, Athens. c. 132-134 CE"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Trireme Shipsheds (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "3D reconstruction of the shipsheds for the Athenian navy at Zea Harbour. Republished with permission from the Zea Harbour Project."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Library of Hadrian, East Wall (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Library of Hadrian in Athens showing the eastern end wall of the peristyle court. The room with the niches (now under scaffolding) would have been the library proper, where ancient scrolls were stored. c. 132-134 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lyceum of Aristotle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Lyceum of Aristotle, one of the centres of ancient Greek Philosophy. Founded: 334 BCE Location: Athens, Greece"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Ancient Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of ancient Athens (with some text in German)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Archaic Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the political structure of Greece in the Archaic Age (ca. 750 - 490 BC)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Greece under Theban Hegemony (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing ancient Greece at the time of Theban hegemony, 371 BCE to 362 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Hellenic Leagues and Hegemonies, 4th century BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The political landscape of the Hellenic world shifted dramatically in the aftermath of the Peloponnesian War (431–404 BCE), a conflict that ended with Sparta’s victory but left the Greek city-states militarily exhausted and politically fragmented. The collapse of Athenian naval supremacy weakened the traditional balance of power, eroded collective security, and intensified interstate rivalry. In..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Peloponnesian War, Beginning (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Alliances of the Peloponnesian War, as well as the respective strategies of the opposing factions of Sparta and Athens, and their allies."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Peloponnesian Wars (431-404 BCE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows Greece, Asia Minor and Sicily during the Peloponnesian Wars. The main powers of Athens, Sparta and their allies, as well as Achaemenid Persia and neutral states, are highlighted. Key battles are indicated by an X and military campaigns are indicated as arrows."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Memorial Statue, Agora, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Memorial statue possibly depicting Heracles, 5th century BCE in the ancient Agora, Athens, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Model of Athens' Acropolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A model of the Athenian acropolis in the 5th century BCE. The monumental Propylaea gives access to the Parthenon (centre) and the Erechtheion (left side). (Acropolis Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Model of the Agora of Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A model of the agora of Athens at its maximum extension during the 2nd century CE. (Agora Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Model of the Athenian Acropolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A model of the Athenian acropolis in the 5th century BCE. The monumental Propylaea gives access to the Parthenon (centre) and the Erechtheion (left side). (Agora Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mounichia Harbour (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of Mounichia naval harbour near Athens. Republished with Permission from Zea Harbour Project"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC. Inset: Reference Map of the Nile Delta."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Odeon Of Herodes Atticus, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of Herodes Atticus, Athens acropolis. 2nd Century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Odeon of Agrippa, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Rear (stage) view of the Odeon of Agrippa at the Roman Agora of Athens. It was built in 15 BCE by Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa (l. c. 64-12 BCE), Roman statesman, general, and son-in-law of Augustus Caesar. It was a two-story auditorium that could seat an audience of 1,000 and located in the center of the agora. It was destroyed by the Heruli in 267 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Panathenaic Games Prize Amphora (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Panathenaic Games prize amphora, terracotta vase decorated by the Euphiletos Painter, c. 530 BCE. The artwork on this vase is attributed to the Athenian artist known today as the Euphiletos Painter (c. 550 to c. 500 BCE), perhaps best known for their black-figure work on Panathenaic Games prize amphoras, vessels awarded to winners of the festival's athletic events. The Metropolitan Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Parthenon, East Facade (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "East facade of the Parthenon, Athens, 5th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Peloponnesian War (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map indicating the alliances and major battles of the Peloponnesian War in the Hellenic world (431-404 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pericles (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 1st century CE bust of the Athenian statesman Pericles probably from a 5th century BCE original bronze. Provenance: Rome. (Vatican Museums, Rome)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Piraeus & The Long Walls (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An illustration of the Long Walls fortifications which connected the city of Athens to its port of Piraeus from the 5th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Propylaea (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Propylaea, the monumental gate entrance to the Athens acropolis. 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Architect: Mnesicles, c. 437–431 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Agora Gate, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The monumental entrance gate (propylaea) to the Roman agora of Athens. Pentellic marble, 19-11 BCE. Donated by Julius Caesar and Augustus, it is known as the Gate of Athena Archegetis."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Agora, Athens Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman Agora, a modern-day replica of the ancient market place housing a museum highlighting local finds; Athens, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Socrates' Prison, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The cave in Athens said to be where Socrates was held prisoner and died."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Speaker's Platform, Athens Assembly, Pnyx, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The platform on the Pnyx hill where speakers stood to address the Athenian democratic assembly in the 5th century BCE. The space dedicated for the assembly could hold 6000 people."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stage, Theatre of Herod Atticus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the Theatre of Herod Atticus from the top tier. 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Nineveh (modern-day Mosul, Iraq) was one of the oldest and greatest cities in antiquity. It was originally known as Ninua, a trade center, and would become one of the largest and most affluent cities in antiquity. It was regarded highly by ancient writers other than those who created the biblical narratives, which cast it in a negative light. At its height, Nineveh was a great cultural center..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "12 Great Cities of Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The great cities of Mesopotamia ("the land between two rivers") developed prior to the late 4th millennium BCE along two rivers – the Tigris and Euphrates – and were fully established by the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900 to circa 2350/2334 BCE). Many of these cities became famous in their own time, and among these are the twelve below. 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From the North Palace at Nineveh, Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, reign of Ashurbanipal II, 660-650 BCE. Pergamon Museum, Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Fisherman (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This alabaster bas-relief depicts a man fishing in a mountain pool or pond. Neo-Assyrian Period, reign of Sennacherib, 700-692 BCE. From Room XLIV (LL) of the South-West Palace at Nineveh (Kouyunjik), Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Horses & Grooms (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gypsum wall panel relief depicts horses and grooms leaving Sennacherib's palace. Neo-Assyrian Period, reign of Sennacherib, 700-692 BCE. From Room L1 (north), the South-West Palace at Nineveh (Kouyunjik), Northern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Huntsmen with Hounds (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gypsum wall panel relief depicting huntsmen with hounds under palm trees. Panel 13, Room E of the North Palace at Nineveh (Kouyunjik), Northern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Assyrian period, reign of Ashurbanipal II, 645-635 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Lion Hunt Relief (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Frieze depicting a lion hunt, from the royal palace of Ashurbanipal, Nineveh, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, 668-631 BCE. The king's role was to protect his people from enemies. In ancient Assyria, this was symbolized in the lion hunt, when the king went out to kill lions. Lions were not uncommon in the Ancient Near East. King Ashurbanipal of Assyria noted that the hills abounded with..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Lion Hunt Relief, Nineveh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gypsum wall relief depicting the typical royal hunting of lions, part of a longer sequence. The king, Ashurbanipal II, thrusts a spear onto a leaping and furious lion. Behind him, an Elamite squire assists him. Partially appearing on the far right is a groom leading a horse. From the North Palace at Nineveh, Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, reign of Ashurbanipal II, 668-627 BCE..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Royal Horse Bridle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gypsum wall panel depicts two female courtiers in front of a table, on which the royal horse bridle has been placed. Neo-Assyrian Period, reign of Ashurbanipal II, 660-650 BCE. From the North Palace at Nineveh, Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (Pergamon Museum, Berlin, Germany)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Wall Relief Depicting Musical Instruments (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Alabaster bas relief depicting marching shield bearers accompanied by a group of musicians who carry different musical instruments, from Nineveh, northern Mesopotamia, Iraq, Neo-Assyrian Empire, reign of king Sennacherib, 705-681 BCE. The Pergamon Museum, Berlin. The male musicians are carrying rectangular drums with a string; this instrument can still be found in modern Iraq and northern..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Capture of the Elamite city of Din-Sharri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This alabaster bas relief was part of a large wall relief that depicts the military campaign of Ashurbanipal against the Elamite city of Din-sharri. The relief shows an Assyrian soldier leading a captured woman and a cow away, as part of the deportation of people. Only a small part of the woman's body has been preserved. Neo-Assyrian period, 7th century BCE. From the North palace of Ashurbanipal..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Circular Stone Vessel From Tarbisu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fragment of a circular stone vessel which was dedicated to the temple of God Nergal by a high official. The carved scenes in low relief depict the Assyrian king Shalmaneser III on his knees before a central object (lost), probably a sacred tree. However, it is very likely the central object was Nergal himself, as there is a remnant of an eagle-like foot. From the temple of Nergal at Tarbisu (modern-day..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cuneiform Archaic Signs (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Since very ancient inscriptions would often come to light during building and restoration work, Mesopotamian scribes possessed some understanding of the pictographic origin of their script. The text on this clay tablet is an attempt to provide contemporary characters with their original counterparts. From the library of Ashurbanipal at Nineveh (modern-day Ninawa Governorate, Iraq), northern Mesopotamia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cuneiform Synonyms List (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Occasionally, cuneiform text scribes encounter difficult or rare words. The list on this clay tablet explain such words. From the library of Ashurbanipal at Nineveh (modern-day Ninawa Governorate, Iraq), northern Mesopotamia. Neo-Assyrian period, 7th century BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Door-Sill from Nineveh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gypsum door-sill was carved as a carpet; there are rosette and lotus flower designs. Neo-Assyrian Period, reign of Ashurbanipal II, 645-635 BCE. From room I, door b or d, the North Palace at Nineveh, Northern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Face of a Colossal Figure from Nineveh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This carved stone face probably belonged to a head of a sphinx. The Assyrian king Sennacherib ordered several colossal statues to be made in his new palace. Such giant statues were thought to have a supra-natural protective power. From the south-west palace at Nineveh (modern Ninawa Governorate, Iraq), northern Mesopotamia. 700-695 BCE. (The British Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Human-headed Winged-bull (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is one of the few surviving sculptures from the palace which Esarhaddon left unfinished at his death. Neo-Assyrian era, circa 670 BCE. From the south-west palace at Nimrud, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Inscription of the Birth of King Sargon of Akkad (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This fragment of a clay tablet narrates in 17 lines of cuneiform inscription the origin of Sargon and recounts how as a baby he was found in a basket floating in a river. Sargon reigned from 2334-2279 BCE. From the library of Ashurbanipal at Nineveh (modern Ninawa Governorate, Iraq), northern Mesopotamia. Neo-Assyrian period, 7th century BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ishtar's Descent into the Underworld Inscription (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This large and partially broken clay tablet tells us how Ishtar, goddess of love and war, decided to descend and enter the underworld. During her long journey, she was gradually stripped of her attributes, therefore, she lost all of her divine powers. She was pronounced dead by Ereshkigal, the queen of the underworld. Ea, god of wisdom, eventually intervened and resurrected Ishtar. The story had..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lahmu Statuette (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Lahmu (also Lakhmu or Lache, which mean hairy) was a a son of Abzu and Tiamat. Lahmu was a minor protective and beneficent deity and was often associated with Ea, God of the sweet water and wisdom. From Nineveh (modern Ninawa Governorate, Iraq), Mesopotamia. Neo-Assyrian period, 911-612 BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Rise and Expansion of the Neo-Assyrian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Neo-Assyrian Empire emerged from renewed Assyrian state-building in northern Mesopotamia during the early first millennium BCE. Under Adad-nirari II (reign 911–891 BCE) and Ashurnasirpal II (reign 883–859 BCE), sustained campaigning restored earlier territories and extended Assyrian influence westward. Expansion accelerated under later rulers, especially Tiglath-pileser III (reign 745–727 BCE..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Marble Head, Iraq (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble head of a figurine from Iraq, 3rd Millennium BCE. (University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Epic of Creation Tablet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mesopotamian clay tablet with the episodes of the epic of creation. It narrates how the god Anshar summons the gods together for a banquet. They celebrate Marduk's appointment as champion; Marduk defeated Tiamat in the primeval chaos. From the library of Ashurbanipal at Nineveh (modern-day Ninawa Governorate, Iraq), northern Mesopotamia. Neo-Assyrian period, 7th century BCE. The British Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Spells Against Sorcerers (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The first tablet of Maqlu (Akkadian, which means burning), the Akkadian series of incantations directed against demons and witches. The spells involved the manufacturer of wax figurines; these would then be burned in certain ceremonies. From the library of Ashurbanipal at Nineveh (modern-day Ninawa Governorate, Iraq), northern Mesopotamia. Neo-Assyrian period, 7th century BCE. The British Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Model Clay Dogs from Nineveh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These counterparts of real mastiffs were buried to guard a property from devils and demons. Ritual instructions for making and inscribing them survive on clay tablets. This pack was found beneath a palace doorway at Nineveh. Each is named after a quality required in guard dogs: "Loud is his bark!" (black dog) "Bitter of his foe!" (blue dog) "Don't think, bite!" (white dog) "Catcher of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Musicians with a Tame Lion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gypsum wall panel relief depicting two musicians, playing a harp and a lyre. One is a young man wearing a feather headdress and the other is a woman wearing a fillet of large beads. A tame lion beneath palms and cypresses appears. The whole scene appears to be in a garden. Panel 5 of Room E, The North Palace at Nineveh (Kouyunjik), Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, 645-635 BCE..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC. Inset: Reference Map of the Nile Delta."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ninevite V Incised Cup (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This pottery cup has a pointed-base and was wheel-made. The surface contains many incised markings typical of Ninevite 5 incised ware. Donated by Hormuzd Rassam. Ninevite 5 period, 2750-2500 BCE. From Nineveh, northern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London). The period's name, Ninevite 5, came after the 5th level in a deep excavation trench at Nineveh, Northern Mesopotamia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phoenician-Assyrian Warship (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gypsum wall relief depicts a warship. This ship was built and manned by Phoenicians employed by Sennacherib. It is a bireme, with two rows of oars. Shields are fastened around the superstructure, as on the fortifications of some city walls. The pointed bow is a ram, for holding enemy ships. Neo-Assyrian Period, reign of Sennacherib, 700-692 BCE. Panel 11, Room VII of the South-West Palace at..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pottery Cup from Ninevite V Incised Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This pottery cup was wheel-made and unpainted. It has a pointed base. Excavated by Robin Hamilton and Reginald Thompson in 1930-1931 season. Ninevite 5 period, 2750-2500 BCE. From Nineveh, northern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London). The period's name, Ninevite 5, came after the 5th level in a deep excavation trench at Nineveh, Northern Mesopotamia, where it belonged to..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pottery Jar from Ninevite V Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This pottery jar was handmade and painted. It is carinated and stemmed with four equidistant vertically perforated lugs on the carination. Ninevite 5 Period, 3000-2750 BCE. From Nineveh, Northern Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum, London). The period's name, Ninevite 5, came after the 5th level in a deep excavation trench at Nineveh, Northern Mesopotamia, where it belonged to a distinctive..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pottery Vessel from Ninevite V Culture (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This peculiar pottery vessel was found at Nineveh, Iraq. The surface is painted with different geometric shapes. Ninevite V period/culture of Upper Mesopotamia, c. 2900-2600 BCE. On display at the Iraq Museum in Baghdad."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Siege of Nineveh, 612 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A recreation of the Siege of Nineveh (c. 612 BCE) by Vilius Petrauskas. Courtesy of Ancient History Magazine / Karwansaray Publishers."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of a Naked Woman from Nineveh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This limestone statue is the only discovered statue which depicts a completely naked woman. It is very likely that the statue represents an attendant of goddess Ishtar or Ishtar herself in her role as a goddess of love. The cuneiform inscriptions on the back of the statue mention that the Assyrian king ordered such statue to be erected for the enjoyment of people. From the Ishtar temple at Nineveh..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stele of King Sennacherib (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This stele was made of limestone and was found in Nineveh. On the relief, the Assyrian king Sennacherib prays in front of divine symbols and Gods. It records the king's achievements and expansion of his royal capital, Nineveh. Reign of Sennacherib, 705–681 BCE. From Nineveh, Mesopotamia, northern Iraq. (Istanbul Archeological Museum, Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stele of King Sennacherib, a Close-up View (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Limestone stele depicting Sennacherib praying in front of divine symbols and gods and recording the king's achievements and expansion of his royal capital, Nineveh. From Nineveh, Mesopotamia, modern-day northern Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, reign of Sennacherib, 705-681 BCE. Istanbul Archeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Babylonian Chronicle and the Fall of Nineveh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay tablet is one of a series that chronicles important events between 747-282 BCE. Here, the text narrates the events between 615-609 BCE, and includes an account of the destruction of the Assyrian capital, Nineveh. This is a copy, which was made between 550-400 BCE. From southern Iraq. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Epic of Gilgamesh in 12 Pictures (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Epic of Gilgamesh is the oldest surviving work of epic literature, originating in Mesopotamia with its earliest Sumerian poems composed around c. 2100 BCE, during the period of early city-states in southern Mesopotamia. Centered on Gilgamesh, king of Uruk (a historical ruler traditionally dated to the early 3rd millennium BCE), the epic reflects ancient conceptions of kingship, divine favor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Taylor Prism of King Sennacherib, Nineveh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This prism records the first eight campaigns of the Assyrian King Sennacherib (704-681 BCE). This six-sided baked clay document (or prism) was discovered at the Assyrian capital Nineveh, in an area known today as Nebi Yunus. It was acquired by Colonel R. Taylor, British Consul General at Baghdad, in 1830 CE, after whom it is named. The British Museum purchased it from Taylor's widow in 1855 CE..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Theory of Omens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "On this clay tablet, the author has listed the titles of cuneiform omen collections drawn from celestial and terrestrial phenomena. Rather unusually, he explains that the validity of an individual omen depends on the particular month and the time of the day or night. Neo-Assyrian Period, reign of Ashurbanipal II, 7th century BCE. From the Library of Ashurbanipal II at Nineveh (Kouyunjik), Mesopotamia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ugallu & the House God (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gypsum wall relief depicts two protective spirits, looking to the right; a lion-headed man (ugallu or the great lion) and a human-headed deity wearing a horned helmet (the house god). Neo-Assyrian Period, reign of Sennacherib, 700-692 BCE. Door O, Room XXXI (DD), the South-West Palace at Nineveh (Kouyunjik), Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Vessel from Ninevite V Culture (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This pottery vessel was found at Nineveh, Iraq. The surface is decorated with different geometric motifs and shapes. Ninevite V period/culture of Upper Mesopotamia, c. 2900-2600 BCE. On display at the Iraq Museum in Baghdad."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "3D Digital Art Ancient Nineveh - Ashurbanipal, Assyria (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Assyrian city of Nineveh shown in almost real-time (in modern day Iraq, Assyria Regional Governorate)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ashurbanipal Hunting Lions (Assyrian) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=J5iEY4hapMQ Ashurbanipal Hunting Lions, relief from the North Palace, Ninevah, Assyrian, c. 645-635 B.C.E. (British Museum) Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker & Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Enuma Elish | The Babylonian Epic of Creation | Complete Audiobook | With Commentary (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This is the complete audiobook of the Enuma Elish : The Babylonian Epic of Creation that also comes with commentary. I hope that you all enjoy this awesome work that helps us better understand ancient Mesopotamian Mythology, Religion and Civilization. The Enuma Elish (also known as The Seven Tablets of Creation) is the Mesopotamian creation myth whose title is derived from the opening lines of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient India (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

India is a country in South Asia whose name comes from the Indus River. The name 'Bharata' is used as a designation for the country in their constitution referencing the ancient mythological emperor, Bharata, whose story is told, in part, in the Indian epic Mahabharata.

According to the writings known as the Puranas (religious/historical texts written down in the 5th century..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Short History of the Buddhist Schools (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The different Buddhist schools of thought, still operating in the present day, developed after the death of the Buddha (l. c. 563 - c. 483 BCE) in an effort to perpetuate his teachings and honor his example. Each of the schools claimed to represent Buddha's original vision and still do so in the modern era. Although Buddha himself is said to have requested that, following his death, no leader..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Visual Glossary of Hindu Architecture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Adisthana - the decorative raised platform on which a temple is built. Alasa kanya - a decorative female figure. Amalaka - a large fluted stone disc placed on top of a Nagara tower taking its form from the amla or myrobalan fruit native to India. Antarala - an antechamber to the inner sanctum or garbhagriha of a temple. Ardhamandapa - a temple portico serving as an entrance porch. Bho..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Geography of India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The first text in Greek devoted entirely to India was written by Ctesias in the fourth century BCE. Only fragments of it survive. Yet he was probably the most widely quoted author on India, although Aristotle treated him with contempt. However, soon after Aristotle drew upon Ctesias' writings, as did Plato, Xenophon and Plutarch. From all these account India became a happy land, a kind of utopia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Caste System in Ancient India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient India in the Vedic Period (c. 1500-1000 BCE) did not have social stratification based on socio-economic indicators; rather, citizens were classified according to their Varna or castes. 'Varna' can literally mean 'colour' but in ancient texts it defined broad social categories; it signified the type, order or class of people. Four principal categories are defined in ancient texts: Brahmins..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chola Art & Architecture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Like many great civilisations, the origins of the Chola, a Tamil Hindu dynasty in southern India, are shrouded in the temporal mists of uncertainty and obscurity. It is however known that they were influential from at least the 3rd century CE, emerging as a vassal state of the Pallava dynasty in the 9th century, holding sway over Tanjavur (in the modern state of Tamil Nadu) with respectful allegiance..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cultural Links between India & the Greco-Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Cyrus the Great (558-530 BCE) built the first universal empire, stretching from Greece to the Indus River. This was the famous Achaemenid Empire of Persia. An inscription at Naqsh-i-Rustam, the tomb of his able successor Darius I (521-486 BCE), near Persepolis, records Gadara (Gandhara) along with Hindush (Hindus, Sindh) in the long list of satrapies of the Persian Empire. By about 380 BCE the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Depictions of India in Ancient Literature (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Herodotus (484 BCE – c. 425 BCE) has been called the Father of History since he was the first historian known to collect his materials in detail, test their accuracy to a certain extent and arrange them in a well-constructed and vivid narrative. The Histories — his masterpiece and the only work he is known to have produced — is a record of his inquiry. Just as Homer drew mostly on a tradition..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Elephants In Ancient Indian Warfare (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Elephants were used in the ancient Indian army, irrespective of regions, dynasties, or points in time; their importance was never denied and continued well into the medieval period as well. The ready availability in the subcontinent of the Indian elephant (Elephas maximus indicus), one of the three recognized subspecies of the Asian elephant and native to mainland Asia, led to its gradual taming..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ellora Caves (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ellora (also known as Elura and, in ancient times, as Elapura) is a sacred site in Maharastra, central India. The Ellora Caves are listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and is celebrated for its Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain temples and monuments which were carved from the local cliff rock in the 6th to 8th century CE. The most spectacular example is the 8th century CE Kailasa temple which, at 32..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Etymology of the Name India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The name of India is a corruption of the word Sindhu. Neighbouring Arabs, Iranians uttered's' as 'h' and called this land Hindu. Greeks pronounced this name as Indus. Sindhu is the name of the Indus River, mentioned in the Rig-Veda, one of the oldest extant Indo-European texts, composed in the northwestern region of the Indian subcontinent roughly between 1700-1100 BC. There are strong linguistic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fall of the East India Company (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The British East India Company (1600-1874) was the largest and most successful private enterprise ever created. All-powerful wherever it colonised, the EIC's use of its own private army and increasing territorial control, particularly in India, meant that it faced ever-greater scrutiny from the British government in the late 18th century. Restricted by several successive acts of Parliament over..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek Kingdoms in Ancient Texts (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The rarity of the appearance of Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek kingdoms in ancient literature is one of the reasons why those states are so little-known today. Indo-Greek literature did exist, but none has been found that speaks about the Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek states. Classical authors tell us very little about Indo-Greek kingdoms, as they were far away from the Mediterranean world, cut off..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Harappa: An Overview of Harappan Architecture & Town Planning (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Harappa is a large village presently in the province of Punjab in Pakistan. The modern town is a part of and lies next to the ancient city. The site of Harappa is important in that it has provided proof of not just the Indus Valley Civilization as it was in its prime, but also of preceding and succeeding cultures as well and is the only site included in this category. The old path of the Ravi River..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hoysala Architecture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hoysala era (1026 CE – 1343 CE) was marked by illustrious achievements in art, architecture, and culture. The nucleus of this activity lay in the present day Hassan district of Karnataka, India. The most remarkable accomplishment of this era lies, undoubtedly, in the field of architecture. The intention of surpassing the Western Chalukyan Empire (973 CE – 1189 CE) in its own sphere provided..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Indian Ocean Trade before the European Conquest (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Finding a maritime route to the East and gaining access to the lucrative spice trade stood at the root of the European Age of Exploration. However, when Vasco da Gama rounded the Cape of Good Hope and reached the Indian Ocean in 1493, he found a vibrant international trade network already in place, whose expanse and wealth was well beyond European imagination. Three powerful Muslim empires ringed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Bejeweled Sri Lanka (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The first comprehensive survey of Sri Lankan art organized by an American museum, The Jeweled Isle: Art from Sri Lanka, on show now at the LACMA in Los Angeles, California, presents some 250 works addressing nearly two millennia of Sri Lankan history and art. Featuring LACMA's rarely displayed collection of Sri Lankan art—one of the finest and most extensive in the U.S.—the exhibition presents a..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kingdom of Magadha: Wars and Warfare (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In ancient India from the 6th century BCE onwards, the kingdom of Magadha (6th century BCE to 4th century BCE) made a mark for itself. Located in the eastern part of India in what is today the state of Bihar, it outshone other kingdoms and republics when it came to territorial expansion and control, which was the main reason and context for its incessant wars. The period of expansion and wars started..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Madhubani Paintings: People’s Living Cultural Heritage (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Mithila, a region in the state of Bihar, northern India (and also stretching into Nepal), has an important tradition of knowledge in the form of paintings. Madhubani paintings (also known as Mithila paintings) have been practised by the women of the region through the centuries and today it is considered as a living tradition of Mithila. The art not only depicts the social structure but also the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mandu - City of Joy (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The city of Mandu is situated about 35 km from Dhar in the Madhya Pradesh region of northern-central India. Most of the city's monuments date to the 15th and 16th century CE. The city is located on a hill which rises 633 m above the sea level and is endowed with a very attractive natural scenery, which is best seen during the rainy season. It is clothed in green with a number of brooks and torrents..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mehrauli Archaeological Park (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Mehrauli Archaeological Park is situated in Delhi, just beside the Qutb Complex (historically, Mehrauli was the first of the seven cities of Delhi). Spanning an area of more than 200 acres (80 ha), the site displays the rich heritage of India, starting from the Pre-Islamic to the Colonial phase. Mehrauli Archaeological Park accounts for several historically significant monuments, including the remains..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Naval Warfare in Ancient India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The navy in ancient India carried out three roles: it was used to transport troops to distant battlefields, participate in actual warfare, and was primarily meant for protecting the kingdom's trade on sea and navigable rivers and the maritime trade routes. The lucrative and highly developed trade with Egypt, West Asia, Greece, and Rome led to the growth of navies along India's west coast facing..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "On the Pallava Trail in Kanchipuram (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Pallavas ruled south-eastern India from the 3rd through the 9th centuries CE. Their empire covered what is today the Tamil Nadu state. Their origin is shrouded in mystery though historians believe their roots might have been from Andhra Pradesh state, north of Tamil Nadu. The Pallava's own sculptural history at Vaikuntaperumal temple depicts their ancestral roots to the Gods Vishnu and Brahma..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Opening the Way to India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Possibly being overjoyed by the tales of mythical exploits of Heracles, Semiramis, the fabled queen of Assyria, Cyrus, King of Persia and so on, Alexander the Great set out from the tiny kingdom of Macedon for a daring adventure, unheard of in the entire civilized world. His theatre of war was vast, extending from out of the Danube River to beyond Indus in northwest India. If one takes the present-day..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Religious Developments in Ancient India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "For well over 1,000 years, sacred stories and heroic epics have made up the mythology of Hinduism. Nothing in these complex yet colourful legends is fixed and firm. Pulsing with creation, destruction, love, and war, it shifts and changes. Most myths occur in several different versions, and many characters have multiple roles, identities, and histories. This seeming confusion reflects the richness..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rock Art History of Madhya Pradesh: Adamgarh & Nagori (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Rock art, that is paintings and carvings on natural rock formations, is one of the earliest forms of creative expression and a universal phenomenon among prehistoric societies. An instrument of communication rather than simply art, it is an assemblage of material culture which provides a glimpse into the lives of people who painted them. Art is a powerful tool to express oneself, and rock art is..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Siege Warfare in Ancient India (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Forts and sieges held a key position in ancient Indian warfare. Built on considerations of strategic location, topography, and the natural advantages provided by the site, forts would be heavily supplemented with man-made fortifications. They were required not only for the security of the populace that lived in its vicinity but the kingdom as a whole. A fort could provide shelter to the king and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ajanta Caves (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The 30 caves at Ajanta lie to the north of Aurangabad in the Indhyadri range of Western Ghats. The caves, famous for their temple architecture and many delicately drawn murals, are located in a 76 m high, horseshoe-shaped escarpment overlooking the Waghora (tiger) River. The Ajanta Caves are listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. Cave 1 This is a vihara (monastery), therefore squarish in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Dates of the Buddha (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The dates of the Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, have been a concern of, primarily, Western scholars for well over 100 years now owing to the particularly Western need for precise dating of historical persons and events. The problem with precise dating of the Buddha's life is that it is simply not possible due to a lack of supporting primary sources. 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It even found a mention in Ptolemy's Geography in the 2nd century CE. Presently Pattadakal is located in the district of Bagalkot, state of Karnataka, India. The Chalukyas of Badami (ancient Vatapi) or Early Chalukyas (543-753 CE) built a large complex of temples for royal commemoration and coronation..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "3rd Century CE Indian Coin with Date (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In the ancient world, some coins had dates on them. giving us precise information as to when people ruled. These coins are inscribed with dates, so they give fixed points in the chronology of ancient states, to which other evidence can be related. Silver coin from Western India, year 135 (equivalent to 231 CE). From the Bhagvanlal Collection. 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Krishna is aiding Arjuna mentally and spiritually, explaining him that it is his duty to proceed and to..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ashoka's pillar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ashoka's pillar erected in the district of Vaishali, located in the Bihar state, India. This is one of the nineteen surviving columns erected or at least inscribed with edicts by the Emperor Ashoka during his reign in the 3rd century BCE. These columns are also referred to as the "Pillars of Ashoka" and they are dispersed throughout the northern Indian subcontinent. Many are preserved in a..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Banner at the North Gate of Dholavira (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 10 Harappan alphabets/signs found at the Northern Gate of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization city of Dholavira. 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(The Art Institute of Chicago)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Brihadishvara Temple, Thanjavur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Brihadishvara Temple, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. c. 1010-1025 CE. The temple is, at 65 m high, one of the largest Chola period buildings."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Buddha Statue, Gandhara (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the first representations of the Buddha, 1st-2nd century CE, Gandhara: Standing Buddha. (Tokyo National Museum)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Buddha with Hercules Protector (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Heracles depiction of Vajrapani as the protector of the Buddha, 2nd century AD Gandhara, British Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ceiling Decoration in Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ceiling decoration in Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu. The temple is another fine example of Hoysala (1026 CE – 1343 CE) architecture."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chandragupta Maurya's Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The empire of Chandragupta Maurya (340-298 BCE) at its greatest extent, c. 305 BCE. 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(Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of India with Sri Lanka, illustrating locations of European settlements in the subcontinent between 1501 and 1739."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Excavation Site at Mohenjo-daro (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of Mohenjo-daro in present-day Sindh, Pakistan, one of the largest settlements of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. Mohenjo-daro is one of the world's earliest major urban settlements, contemporaneous with the civilizations of ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Crete. The city was abandoned around 1800 BCE and rediscovered in 1922 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Extent of the Gupta Empire, 375 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the extent of the Gupta Empire at the end of Emperor Samudragupta’s reign in around 375/380 CE. 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(Asian Art Museum, San Francisco)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ganesha Statue (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A representation of Ganesha, one of the most important gods in the Hindu pantheon. He is considered to be the patron of intellectuals, travellers, commerce and new projects. In his hands he often holds a bag of sweets and either an axe or goad, symbolic of his ability to overcome obstacles."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Garuda in Chennakesava Temple, Belur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bas relief of Garuda on the top of a door in Chennakesava Temple in Belur. 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Of these three rulers—Chandragupta I, Samudragupta and Chandragupta II—Samudragupta’s conquests are the most important and the most extensive, to the degree that Samudragupta came to be known as the “Indian Napoleon”. His conquests formed the base for the further extension of the Gupta empire and the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hellenistic Trade Routes, 300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Alexander the Great died in Babylon on the 13th of June, 323 BCE. His Macedonian-Greek empire broke apart, but Alexander’s heritage was felt throughout the ancient Mediterranean world for centuries. 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A well-renowned warrior, (Mamalla or Mahamalla/Mahabali), one of his significant military victories was the defeat of the Vatapi Chalukya king Pulakeshin II in 642 CE. Narasimhavarman, to avenge his father’s defeat at the hands of Pulakeshin, defeated him in many battles and finally stormed Vatapi, where his enemy died defending the capital..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Krishna Manifesting His Full Glory to Arjuna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue at a temple in Singapore of the God Krishna manifesting his full glory to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kushan Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The map shows the extent of the Kushan Empire, c. 100 - 240 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kushan Empire & Neighboring States (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the extent of the Kushan empire along with the various states and kingdoms that surrounded it at roughly the same time period. c. 100 - 240 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Magadha Kingdom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the extent of the ancient kingdom of Magadha in India from the 6th to 4th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Major Indo Iranian Neolithic Sites & the Indus Civilization (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The map shows the extent of the Harappan or Indus Civilization along with the various neolithic sites in the region."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of India in the Vedic Age, 1500 BCE-500 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Vedic Age (c. 1500-500 BCE) marks a formative period in the history of the northern Indian subcontinent, bridging the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization (c. 1300 BCE) and the emergence of early states in the Gangetic plain. During this time, Indo-Aryan–speaking pastoral groups migrated and settled across northwestern and northern India, interacting with existing populations and gradually..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of India, 600 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mahajanapadas (Sanskrit: महाजनपद, Mahājanapadas), literally "great realms", (from maha, "great", and janapada "foothold of a tribe", "country") were ancient Indian kingdoms or countries. Ancient Buddhist texts like Anguttara Nikaya make frequent reference to sixteen great kingdoms and republics (Solas Mahajanapadas) which had evolved and flourished in a belt stretching from Gandhara in the northwest..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Marco Polo’s Travels, 1271 - 1295 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marco Polo’s travels (1271–1295) represent one of the most famous European journeys into Asia during the late Middle Ages. Setting out from Venice with his father Niccolò and uncle Maffeo, Polo crossed through the Middle East and Central Asia before reaching the Yuan dynasty court of Kublai Khan (r. 1260–1294), where he reportedly served in various administrative roles. His route along the Silk..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Medieval India, c. 1360 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Medieval India around the mid-14th century (c. 1360) was characterized by political fragmentation, regional consolidation, and intense interaction between Islamic sultanates and long-established Indic polities. Following the weakening of the Delhi Sultanate after the death of Muhammad bin Tughluq (reign 1325-1351), imperial authority over the subcontinent fractured, giving rise to a mosaic of successor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the British Conquest in India c. 1857 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the rapid and often chaotic expansion of British control in India between the Battle of Plassey in 1757 and the eve of the Indian Rebellion in 1857. During this century, the East India Company transformed from a trading enterprise into the dominant power on the subcontinent, using private armies, political manipulation, and coercive treaties to extend its reach. The Company..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the British Raj c. 1930 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating the British Raj around 1930, a period of direct British rule over the Indian subcontinent that began in 1858. Following the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857, also known as the First War of Independence, the British Parliament passed the Act for the Better Government of India. This legislation transferred power from the East India Company to the British Crown. The last Mughal Emperor, Bahadur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the East India Company Trade, c.1800 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The English East India Company (EIC) was established by Royal Charter on 31 December 1600 under Queen Elizabeth I (reign 1558–1603), granting it a monopoly on English trade east of the Cape of Good Hope. Initially conceived as a commercial enterprise, the Company focused on high-value Asian goods, such as spices, textiles, tea, and later opium, traded across India, Southeast Asia, and China. By..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the East India Company's Rise to Power, c. 1765 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The British East India Company's (EIC) rise to power in India accelerated between 1757 and 1765 as a commercial corporation increasingly acquired military, political, territorial, and fiscal authority. Robert Clive's victory at the Battle of Plassey (1757) established strong Company influence over the Nawab of Bengal, while Burdwan, Midnapore, and Chittagong were ceded in 1760. At the Battle of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Eastern Hemisphere (1 CE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map showing the political division in the Eastern hemisphere in 1 CE. The Han dynasty was almost at its peak in terms of geographical expansion."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Gupta Empire and India's Golden Age (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Gupta Empire (c. 320–550 CE) emerged from the Magadha (modern Bihar), establishing political dominance over much of northern, central, and western India. Its rise marked a transition from regional fragmentation to imperial consolidation following the decline of earlier dynasties. Through strategic marriages, military expansion, and effective administration, the Guptas created a relatively stable..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Indian Rebellion (Sepoy Mutiny) of 1857 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was a transformative uprising that shook British rule in South Asia. Sparked in May 1857 by mutinous sepoys ((from Persian sepāhī, for soldier)) of the East India Company in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, the revolt quickly escalated into a widespread insurrection fueled by grievances over religion, land policy, and economic exploitation. While northern India erupted in violence,with..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This antique map of India illustrates the Indian Rebellion of 1857, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny. It was published by J. Barthelemier, successor to Ch. Picquet. The map provides a geographical overview of the uprising, reflecting key locations and areas affected during this major event in colonial history. Source: Votre Carte Ancienne – antique maps of India."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Indo-Saka Kingdoms (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Indo-Saka / Indo-Scythian Kingdoms."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Indus Valley Civilization, c. 3300-1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Indus Valley Civilization (c. 3300–1300 BCE) was one of the earliest complex societies of the Bronze Age world, extending across parts of present-day Pakistan and northwestern India. Its most developed phase, often called the Mature Harappan period (c. 2600–1900 BCE), saw the emergence of large, carefully planned urban centers integrated within a wide regional network. Major cities such as Harappa..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Mauryan Empire, c. 321 - 185 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating the rise and expansion of the Mauryan empire, the first pan-Indian empire that covered most of India and parts of present-day Iran. Chandragupta Maurya, the first ruler, seized the opportunity created by the power vacuum of Alexander the Great’s death to consolidate and expand the territory, while three generations later, emperor Ashoka turned to Buddhism and left his mark on..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Mughal Empire at Its Greatest Extent, c. 1707 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Mughal Empire (1526–1857) emerged from the military and political ambitions of Ẓahīr al-Dīn Muḥammad Babur (reign 1526–1530), a Timurid prince from Central Asia who ruled Kabul before invading northern India. His victory over Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat (1526) established a new dynasty, but stable imperial government developed gradually. Under Akbar (reign 1556–1605), territorial..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Rise of the Delhi Sultanate: The Mamluk Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Delhi Sultanate under the Mamluk (or “Slave”) Dynasty (1206–1290) marked the consolidation of centralized Muslim rule in northern India following the fragmentation of the Ghurid Empire. The term mamlūk (Arabic: “owned” or military slave) reflects the origins of its ruling elite, Turkic slave-soldiers who rose through military service. After the assassination of Muʿizz al-Din Muhammad of Ghor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Trade with the East, c. 1st–3rd Centuries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman trade with the East refers to the overland and maritime exchange networks that connected the Roman Empire with Parthian Iran, the Kushan Empire, India, Southeast Asia, Han China, and, from the 3rd century CE, the Sasanian Empire. During the 1st–3rd centuries CE, these routes linked the Mediterranean world with wider Afro-Eurasian systems of commerce through the Silk Roads, the Red Sea, the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Spread of Buddhism Across Asia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Buddhism originated in the Ganges Plain of Magadha (modern Bihar, India) during the 5th–4th centuries BCE, following the enlightenment of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha (c. 5th century BCE). Initially transmitted through oral teaching and monastic communities, it expanded beyond its Indian heartland through trade networks, missionary activity, and royal patronage. A decisive turning point came under..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Maruyan Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map showing the extent of the Mauryan Empire at its furthest extent, c. 322 - 185 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Meguti Jain Temple, Karnataka (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Frontal view of the Meguti Jain Temple located inside the walls of Aihole Fort, Karnataka, India. An inscription from Pulakesin II, an emperor of Badami Chalukyas could be found in the temple. It is the only dated structure in Aihole, built in 634 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mughal Decoration, Taj Mahal (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the intricate decoration on the facade of the Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. Built from 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal. The decoration includes many Arabic quotations, including from the Koran."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mukteshvara Temple, Bhubaneswar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mukteshvara Temple, Bhubaneswar, India. 10th century CE. 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British artist Francesco Renaldi travelled to India with the backing of the British East India Company in 1786. He produced various portraits from his time in Calcutta, such as this piece of an unidentified woman of elite rank, wearing expensive fabric and jewels, sitting down."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Portrait of Emperor Akbar Praying (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Portrait of Emperor Akbar Praying, ink and opaque watercolor on paper, early 17th century, India. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Post Kushan India (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the political situation in the Indian Subcontinent following the fall of the Kushan Empire"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rajarani Temple, Bhubaneshwar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Rajarani Temple, Bhubaneshwar, India. 11-12th century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Razia Sultan Coin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Razia Sultan, Silver Tanka, 13th-century silver coin held by the Sarmaya Arts Foundation, Mumbai, c. 1236. Coins of Razia Sultan are incredibly rare, given that her reign was so short. Her father's name, Iltutmish, and the word 'nusrat,' or 'assistance,' are written on the coin to showcase the uncertainty of her ascension and early rule."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Razia Sultan on Horseback (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Razia Sultan riding a horse, painting by an unknown artist, c. 18th century. Razia Sultan was well known for her love of horseback riding from a young age. Here she is depicted in a similar way to Sultana Chand Bibi (1550-1600), the regent of the Sultanate of Bijapur and a famous warrior. Archaeological Museum, Red Fort, Delhi."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Razia Sultan Reclining (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Razia Sultan, laquer-binding cover by unknown artist in Tulsi Das (1532-1623): Ramcharitmanas, India, c. 1830-1836. Holding a rose with one hand and a sword with another, the 13th-century ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, Razia Sultan, is shown here reclining in comfort. Royal attendants, one carrying a fly whisk, stand close by attentively."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Razia Sultan Tomb (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Tomb of Raziya Sultan, photograph by Varun Shiv Kapur, Delhi, 17 November 2015. After a coup plot and uprising against her by powerful nobles, Razia Sultan was killed on 14 October 1240. She was buried initially in Kaithal, but her body was later moved to an undecorated tomb in Delhi. This photograph shows what the tomb looks like today."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Relief Sculpture of Surya in Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Surya (sun) in his chariot as depicted in Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal. The temple is an Early Chalukyan (543 CE – 753 CE) creation and is built by Queen Loka Mahadevi."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Resource Map of the Ancient Middle East (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map showing some of the major regional resouces of the eastern Mediterranean, the Near East, East Africa, and Central and South Asia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Nalanda (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Nalanda, located in modern-day Bihar, India, was an ancient center of learning. In its heyday, during the reign of Harshavardhana (606-647 CE), it had c. 10,000 students."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Nalanda, Bihar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Nalanda University complex, an ancient Buddhist center of learning, located in modern-day Bihar, India. The university flourished under the reign of Harshavardhana (606-647 CE) and had c. 10,000 students."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Samudragupta Coin: Standard Type (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This coin issued by Emperor Samudragupta (335/350 – 370/380 CE) of the Gupta dynasty shows him wearing a Scythian-style coat, trousers and cap and Indian-style necklace and earrings. He has a halo around his head. The standard shown in the coin has a garuda (an Indian mythical bird) on top, the symbol of the Gupta empire. Below the emperor’s arm is his name written vertically: Samudra. The obverse..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Satavahana Ship (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A ship is represented on this coin issued during the reign of the Satavahana king Vashishthiputra Shri Pulumavi (130 CE – 150 CE). The ship is depicted having two masts. Location: British Museum, London, United Kingdom."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Seven Kings Laying Siege to Kushinagara (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Architrave of seven kings laying siege to Kushinagara, photograph by Biswarup Ganguly, 2013. Located in Sanchi, Madhya Pradesh, India, at the Sanchi Stupa Buddhist complex, this architrave depicts seven kings marching towards the city of Kushinagara to lay siege to it. The kings are distinguished by their royal umbrellas and attendants with fly-whisks standing or seated behind them. The city..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shalabhanjika Sculpture in Belur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Shalabhanjika or Madanika (bracket figure) sculpture in Chennakesava Temple, Belur built during Hoysala period (1026 CE – 1343 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shiva Nataraja (Lord of the Dance) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Here the Hindu god Shiva is depicted as the Lord of the Dance or Nataraja and is represented in his triple role as Creator, Preserver and Destroyer. He stands within a flaming halo representing Time, which is cyclical and has no end. He has one foot on the dwarf figure apasmara purusha who represents illusion and who leads men away from truth. He holds in his top left hand the fire (agni) which..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shore Temple, Mahabalipuram (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Shore Temple of Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. 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Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, India, 3rd century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "War Elephants at the Battle of Takkolam (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a contemporary depiction of the Battle of Takkolam (949 CE) as it is shown on a pillar of a temple built by Butuga II (939-960 CE) of the Western Ganga dynasty (a Rashtrakuta empire vassal) as a fitting finale to his victory over the Cholas of Tanjore at the Takkolam battle. The reliefs on the circular pillars of the Nandi Mandapa depict the defeat of Chola commander Rajaditya by Butuga..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "White Hun (Huna) Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The map shows the extent of the White Hun empire along with the various rulers as well as the neighboring states."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "World Map of Herodotus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Possibly what the Greek historian Herodotus believed the world looked like (5th century BCE) based on his writings."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Yakshi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mathura region: Yakshi, ca. second century CE: sandstone. The William A. Whitaker Foundation Art Fund. 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(Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A guided tour of the amazing Kailasa Temple at the Ellora caves, Maharashtra, India."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Global Expansion & Resistance: Crash Course (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In 19th Century CE Europe, with nation building well under way, thoughts turned outward, toward empire. This week, we're looking at how Europeans expanded into Africa, Asia, and Oceania during the 1800s. You'll learn about China and the Opium War, British India, and the Scramble for Africa. SOURCES -Hunt, Lynn. Making of the West: Peoples and Cultures. Boston: Bedford St. Martin’s, 2019..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "History of the English East India Company (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know the English East India Company’s tea trade was fueled by the opium trade? The English East India Company (EIC) – also known as the British East India Company – was an immensely successful trading company founded in 1600 that controlled trade on the Indian subcontinent until 1858. With a massive private army, and the backing of the British government, the East India Company essentially..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "How Roman Trade with India Made the Empire Rich (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video was sponsored by Imperator: Rome. You can support our channel by buying this game via this link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/859580/Imperator_Rome/ We are continuing our new animated historical documentary series on the Roman trade and economy with a video on the trade with India via the Red Sea. Our previous video showed that the conquest of Egypt became crucial for the Empire..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Humayun's Tomb, Delhi (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This tomb, built in 1570, is of particular cultural significance as it was the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. It inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/232/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "India's awesome hybrid alphabet thing - History of Writing Systems #10 (Alphasyllabary) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Not a syllabary. Not quite an alphabet. Totally Indian. Watch Ashoka discuss his land's exotic script and tell you his plans for this unique alphasyllabary. This episode traces the invention of the Indic alphasyllabary, the parent of so many scripts throughout India and Southeast Asia, from Tibet to the Philippines. Once you learn the structure behind Indian letters, try to read a completely..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Indus Valley Civilization (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "An introduction to the civilization contemporaneous with ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia that inhabited the region around the Indus River in modern day Pakistan and northwestern India."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Introduction to the Indus Valley Civilization (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Introduction to the Indus Valley Civilization - who were they? Where was the Indus Valley? Why are we so interested in them? All of these questions and more will be answered in this video! 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The word ‘Veda’ means knowledge, and it is thought that the texts contain fundamental knowledge about the function and personal..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Khajuraho Group of Monuments (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The temples at Khajuraho in India were built during the Chandella dynasty, which reached its apogee between 950 and 1050. Only about 20 temples remain; they fall into three distinct groups and belong to two different religions — Hinduism and Jainism. They strike a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture. 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Ionia was a territory in western Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) populated by the Ionians (Greeks who spoke the Ionian dialect) in c. 1150 BCE. It is best known as the birthplace of Greek philosophy (at Miletus) and the site of the Ionian Revolt which prompted the Persian invasion of Greece in 490 and 480 BCE.

The west coast of Anatolia was populated by settlers of the Mycenaean Civilization..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Miletos Electrum Stater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Electrum stater from Miletos, Ionia, pre-575 BCE. O: Seated lion. R: Three incuses with stag's head (top), fox (middle), floral design (bottom)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reconstruction of Ancient Priene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Reconstruction of the ancient Greek city of Priene, in Ionia. Illustration by Rocío Espin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Regions of Ancient Anatolia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the regions of ancient Anatolia, circa 500 BC. Greek settlement areas are noted in italics."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Birthplace of Western Philosophy - History of Ionia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that ancient Ionia was the birthplace of Western philosophy and science? This video is all about the fascinating region of ancient Ionia, the birthplace of Western philosophy, science, the Ionic Order of architecture, and the site of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Ionia was a territory in western Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) populated by the Ionians (Greeks who spoke..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of Marathon (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Battle on the plain of Marathon in September 490 BCE between Greeks and the invading forces of Persian king Darius I (r. 522-486 BCE) was a victory that would go down in folklore as the moment the Greek city-states showed the world their courage and excellence and won their liberty. Although in reality the battle only delayed the Persians in their imperialistic ambitions and greater battles..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek Phalanx (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the most effective and enduring military formations in ancient warfare was that of the Greek phalanx. 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This series of wars consisted of some famous battles; Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis and Plataea which resulted in a Greek victory."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Hoplite (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Modern illustration of a 4th century BCE Greek hoplite."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Phalanx (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A scene depicting the Greek phalanx composed of heavily armed hoplite warriors."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Persian Archers (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Persian Archers at Darius' palace at Susa. 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Invicta: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlwIKh2Qk14 SandRhoman History: https://youtu.be/3Lg8vJsP_Kg Sign up for The Armchair Historian website today: https://www.thearmchairhistorian.com/..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Marathon to Chaironeia: changes in hoplite armour (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Professor Peter Krentz speaks on changes in hoplite armour at the Greek and Roman Armour Day, 20th July 2015."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Wars: Ancient Greece vs. the Achaemenid Persian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Wars, also known as the Greco Persian Wars, were a series of battles fought between Ancient Greece and the Achaemenid Persian Empire in the 5th century BCE. 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Thermopylae is a mountain pass near the sea in northern Greece which was the site of several battles in antiquity, the most famous being that between Persians and Greeks in August 480 BCE. Despite being greatly inferior in numbers, the Greeks held the narrow pass for three days with Spartan king Leonidas fighting a last-ditch defence with a small force of Spartans and other Greek hoplites. Ultimately..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek Phalanx (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the most effective and enduring military formations in ancient warfare was that of the Greek phalanx. 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This series of wars consisted of some famous battles; Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis and Plataea which resulted in a Greek victory."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Hoplite (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Modern illustration of a 4th century BCE Greek hoplite."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Phalanx (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A scene depicting the Greek phalanx composed of heavily armed hoplite warriors."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Trireme [Illustration] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Model of a Greek Trireme. Displayed at Deutsches Museum, Munich, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Leonidas (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 5th century BCE marble figure of a Spartan hoplite, perhaps of Leonidas in memory of his sacrifice at the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BCE. (Archaeological Museum of Sparta, Greece)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Classical Greek Sanctuaries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the main religious sanctuaries of classical Greece. 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For more historical facts and features, visit http://www.historyanswers.co.uk/ Or purchase the latest issue of the magazine from the Imagine Shop https://www.imagineshop.co.uk/magazines/all-about-history.html You can also find us on: Facebook..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Misunderstood Moments in History - The Spartan Myth (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Start your 30 day free trial here: http://ow.ly/eCd230fiZ7Q The Spartans are immortalized in history as super soldiers bred for war. However most of what we think we know about them is a lie. Today we will unmask the truth behind the Spartan Myth. The Great Courses Plus is currently available to watch through a web browser to almost anyone in the world and optimized for the US market. 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The Battle of Salamis was a naval battle between Greek and Persian forces in the Saronic Gulf, Greece in September 480 BCE. The Greeks had recently lost the Battle of Thermopylae and drawn the naval Battle at Artemision, both in August 480 BCE, as King Xerxes I (r. 486-465 BCE) and his Persian army went on the rampage. The Greeks won at Salamis, one of the greatest and most significant military..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek Strategy at the Battle of Salamis 480 BCE (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The history of the second Persian war as presented in most of the modern literature is solely based on Herodotus' Histories. However, Herodotus' narration seems to contain several unrealistic elements which raise doubts about the actual strategy of the Greek alliance. In this article we present an alternative interpretation of Herodotus' story by using the information derived from an inscription..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of Salamis, 480 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The distribution of the respective fleets of the Greek allied states (blue) against the Persian forces of Xerxes (red), 480 BCE. The Greeks would outmanoeuvre the Persians in the shallow waters of the straights and win a victory which would (with the land Battle of Plataea one year later) end Xerxes' imperial ambitions in Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battle of Salamis, 480 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Illustration of the Battle of Salamis (480 BCE) by Zvonimir Grbasic. Courtesy of Ancient Warfare Magazine / Karwansaray Publishers."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Battles of Ancient Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the locations of battles in ancient Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Hoplite (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Modern illustration of a 4th century BCE Greek hoplite."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Trireme [Artist's Impression] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's rendition of a Greek trireme in battle."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Trireme [Illustration] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Model of a Greek Trireme. Displayed at Deutsches Museum, Munich, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Themistocles (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble bust of Athenian statesman and general Themistocles (c. 524 - c. 460 BCE), the victorious commander at the crucial battle of Salamis against Persia. (Museo Ostiense, Ostia)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trireme Hull with Bronze Ram (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The hull of the Olympias, a full-scale reconstruction of an ancient Greek trireme warship. The principal strategy in battle of the trireme was to sink or damage the oars of an enemy vessel using the bronze ram fixed to the ship's prow. Triremes were used throughout antiquity and used most famously in the Battle of Salamis in 480 BCE when the allied Greek fleet defeated that of Persian king Xerxes."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Wars: Ancient Greece vs. the Achaemenid Persian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Wars, also known as the Greco Persian Wars, were a series of battles fought between Ancient Greece and the Achaemenid Persian Empire in the 5th century BCE. The most famous of these battles are the Battle of Marathon, the Battle of Thermopylae, the Battle of Salamis and the Battle of Plataea. The beginning of the Persian Wars saw the Achaemenid Empire ruled by Darius the Great, and the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Mesopotamia (from the Greek, meaning "between two rivers") was an ancient region located in the Near East (Middle East) bounded in the northeast by the Zagros Mountains and in the southeast by the Arabian Plateau, corresponding to modern-day Iraq and parts of Iran, Syria, Kuwait, and Turkey and known as the Fertile Crescent and the "cradle of civilization."

The "two rivers" of the name..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "12 Great Cities of Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The great cities of Mesopotamia ("the land between two rivers") developed prior to the late 4th millennium BCE along two rivers – the Tigris and Euphrates – and were fully established by the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900 to circa 2350/2334 BCE). Many of these cities became famous in their own time, and among these are the twelve below. The dates of their approximate founding follow the names..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Gift from King Shulgi: A Pair of Gold Earrings (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold is a treasure, and he who possesses it does all he wishes to in this world, and succeeds in helping souls into paradise. Christopher Columbus. 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The piece was either commissioned or written by Shulgi, who is depicted..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Supervisor's Advice to a Young Scribe (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "A Supervisor's Advice to a Young Scribe is a Sumerian composition relating a dialogue between an elder scribe and a young graduate from his school. The piece is dated to the Old Babylonian period (circa 1894-1595 BCE) and, although originally interpreted as an accurate depiction of the life of a scribe, it might also be understood as satire. Scholar Jeremy Black (among others) has pointed out that..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agriculture in the Fertile Crescent & Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient Near East, and the historical region of the Fertile Crescent in particular, is generally seen as the birthplace of agriculture. The first agricultural evidence comes from the Levant, from where it spread to Mesopotamia, enabling the rise of large-scale cities and empires in the region. In the 4th millennium BCE, this area was more temperate than it is today, and it had fertile soil..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Mesopotamian Beliefs in the Afterlife (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Unlike the rich corpus of ancient Egyptian funerary texts, no such “guidebooks” from Mesopotamia detail the afterlife and the soul's fate after death. Instead, ancient Mesopotamian views of the afterlife must be pieced together from a variety of sources across different genres. Many literary texts, most famously the Epic of Gilgamesh, contemplate the meaning of death, recount the fate of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Mesopotamian Ghost Spell (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Medicine in ancient Mesopotamia was based on the belief that illness was caused by supernatural agencies and, although medicines were given and injuries treated, magical spells and incantations were also understood as effective. Among these, the work known as Evil Demons Tablet 11, from the Old Babylonian Period (2000-1600 BCE) was used to banish spirits that caused sickness. Illness was commonly..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beer in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The intoxicant known in English as beer takes its name from the Latin bibere (by way of the German bier), meaning "to drink", and the Spanish word for beer, cerveza, comes from the Latin word cerevisia for "of beer", giving some indication of the long span human beings have been enjoying the drink. Even so, beer brewing did not originate with the Romans but began thousands of years earlier. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Burial in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Burial in ancient Mesopotamia was the practice of interring a corpse in a grave or tomb while observing certain rites, primarily to ensure the passage of the soul of the deceased to the underworld and prevent its return to haunt the living. Considerations of health in disposing of a corpse were secondary to spiritual concerns. Ghosts in ancient Mesopotamia were understood as a fact of life, and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cuneiform Lexical Lists (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Lexical lists are compilations of cuneiform signs and word readings written on clay tablets throughout Mesopotamia. 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Generally speaking, though, from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dialogue of Pessimism (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Dialogue of Pessimism (circa 1000 BCE) is a Babylonian poem featuring a master and his slave in ten exchanges during which the master proposes an action, and the slave gives reasons for and against its pursuit. The piece has been interpreted as an existential statement, satire, a theodicy, and social commentary. The work is best known from the existential interpretation advocating suicide as..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dogs & Their Collars in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Among the many contributions to world culture credited to Mesopotamia is an object so familiar to people in the modern world that few pause to consider its origin: the dog collar. Throughout the ancient world, from China to Rome, dogs are depicted in works of art on a leash attached to a collar. The dog collar was so integral an aspect of the people's daily lives that even the dogs of the gods..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Enheduanna - Poet, Priestess, Empire Builder (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Enheduanna (circa 2300 BCE) is the world's first author and was the daughter (either literally or figuratively) of the great empire-builder Sargon of Akkad (reign 2334-2279 BCE). 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All of the tablets containing the myth (also known as Enuma Elis), found at Ashur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fashion & Dress in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Fashion and dress in Mesopotamia – clothing, footwear, and accessories – were not only functional but defined one's social status and developed from a simple loincloth in the Ubaid period (circa 6500-4000 BCE) to brightly colored robes and dresses by the time of the Sassanian Empire (224-651). Styles changed, but the essential form and function remained the same. As in any civilization, the upper..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Festivals in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Festivals in ancient Mesopotamia honored the patron deity of a city-state or the primary god of the city that controlled a region or empire. The earliest, the Akitu festival, was first observed in Sumer in the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900-2350/2334 BCE) and continued through the Seleucid period (312-63 BCE) along with other religious celebrations. As there was no concept of separation of religion..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Geme-Suen v Ur-Lugal's Wife - A Court Case in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "During the 21st century BCE, an era known as the Ur III period in Mesopotamia, many records of court hearings were drawn up in Umma, a city in what is now southern Iraq. One court record relates a dispute between two women. The name of one of the women is unknown, she was described in the text only as the wife of a man named Ur-lugal. The other woman was named Geme-Suen. Court cases like theirs..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ghosts in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ghosts in ancient Mesopotamia were understood as a reality of life, just as they were in other civilizations of antiquity. Although the cultures of the various Mesopotamian civilizations differed between circa 5000 BCE and 651 CE, the belief in ghosts and responses to supernatural visitations remained remarkably similar even when funerary rites or visions of the afterlife changed. The Mesopotamians..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Herodotus on Babylon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The description of Babylon and Babylonian customs in Histories by the Greek historian Herodotus (l. c. 484-425/413 BCE) has long been challenged for accuracy and been found wanting, leading some scholars to dismiss the work entirely as more fiction than fact. This rejection of the Histories, however, derives from applying modern-day historical standards to an ancient historian and, ultimately, is..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hymn to Nungal (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hymn to Nungal (circa 1894-1595 BCE) is a Sumerian poem praising Nungal, the goddess of prisons and rehabilitation (also associated with the underworld), as well as the prison house she presided over. Her name means "Great Princess," and she was also known as Manungal ("Mother Nungal"). The piece, also known as Nungal A, was included in the curriculum of the scribal schools and was frequently..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Legions of Mesopotamia, Cappadocia, & Arabia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "As the Roman Empire expanded further eastward, annexing territories that were once the domain of the Parthians, the legions of Mesopotamia, Cappadocia, and Arabia were called upon to safeguard these newly acquired territories. Mesopotamia had two permanent legions, I Parthica and III Parthica, Cappadocia was the home base of XII Fulminata and XV Apollinaris, while III Cyrenaica was stationed in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Love, Sex, & Marriage in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Medical texts from ancient Mesopotamia provide prescriptions and practices for curing all manner of ailments, wounds, and diseases. There was one malady, however, which had no cure: passionate love. From a medical text found in the Library of Ashurbanipal at Nineveh comes this passage: When the patient is continually clearing his throat; is often lost for words; is always talking to himself when..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ludlul-Bel-Nemeqi (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Ludlul-Bel-Nemeqi (c. 1700 BCE) is a Sumerian and later Babylonian poem on the theme of unjust suffering, which is thought to have influenced the biblical Book of Job. Also known as The Poem of the Righteous Sufferer, the title translates as "I will praise the Lord of Wisdom" and is among the best-known works of ancient Mesopotamian literature. The original work, dated to c. 1700, is a Sumerian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lullaby for a Son of Shulgi (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Lullaby for a Son of Shulgi is a Sumerian cradlesong from the reign of Shulgi of Ur (2094 to circa 2046 BCE) written for one of his sons. The lullaby follows a standard form of encouraging sleep through repetition coupled with the speaker's wishes for the infant's bright future, just like lullabies composed and sung to children today. The piece is a departure from the majority of Sumerian literary..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Medicine in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In ancient Mesopotamia, the gods informed every aspect of daily life, including the practice of medicine. Gula, the Sumerian goddess of healing, presided over the medical arts, guiding doctors and dentists in the treatment of health problems, usually attributed to supernatural causes, for over 2,000 years. Many aspects of medicine later associated with Greece were pioneered in Mesopotamia. Gula..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamia: The Rise of the Cities (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Once upon a time, in the land known as Sumer, the people built a temple to their god, who had conquered the forces of chaos and brought order to the world. They built this temple at a place called Eridu, which, as scholar Gwendolyn Leick notes, was: One of the most southerly sites, at the very edge of the alluvial river plain and close to the marshes: the transitional zone between sea and land..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian City Laments (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The question "Why do bad things happen to good people?" has been asked for millennia, probably since before writing was invented, but at least since circa 1700 BCE when the Sumerian (and later Babylonian) poem, Ludlul-Bel-Nemeqi (also known as The Poem of the Righteous Sufferer) was written and, later, the book of Job, dated to the 7th, 6th, or 4th centuries BCE. These works deal with individual..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Effects on Israel During the Iron Age (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Iron Age in the traditional Ancient Near Eastern chronology ranges from somewhere around 1200 BCE to 333 BCE. It begins from the era when it was first thought iron came to be used up to the ascendency of Alexander the Great as the major power of the Ancient Near East. The Iron Age is categorized as the second age following the Bronze Age under the Ancient Times. The categorization of the Iron..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Inventions (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Mesopotamian inventions include many items taken for granted today, most of which were created during the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900-2350/2334 BCE) or developed from achievements of the Uruk period (circa 4000-3100 BCE). The Sumerians are credited with the earliest inventions, which were further developed in the Akkadian period (circa 2350/2334-2154 BCE) and then by later Mesopotamian civilizations..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scribes in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Scribes in ancient Mesopotamia were highly educated individuals trained in writing and reading on diverse subjects. Initially, their purpose was to record financial transactions through trade, but in time, they were integral to every aspect of daily life, from the palace and temple to the modest village or farm. Eventually, they created what is now known as history. Writing was invented in Sumer..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shulgi and Ninlil's Barge (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Shulgi and Ninlil's Barge is a Sumerian poem dated to the reign of Shulgi of Ur (2094 - circa 2046 BCE) celebrating the caulking of the barge of the goddess Ninlil, consort of the sky god Enlil, and the banquet held in the couple's honor by Shulgi, who is then blessed by Ninlil with the promise of a prosperous reign. The title is a modern designation, as is the case with many works of Mesopotamian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sumerian Civilization: Inventing the Future (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Imagine something that has never been thought of before. If one holds a book in one's hands, one can imagine an e-book, a large-print book, a picture book, all kinds of books. But how does one imagine a book in a world where even the concept of a `book' does not exist? Imagine a day without time. People live in time and time directs the course of people's days. We wake up at a certain hour, go..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ten Ancient Mesopotamia Facts You Need to Know (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Mesopotamia is the ancient Greek name (meaning "the land between two rivers," the Tigris and Euphrates) for the region corresponding to modern-day Iraq and parts of Iran, Syria, and Turkey. It is considered the "cradle of civilization" for the many inventions and innovations that first appeared there circa 6500 BCE through the 7th century. In the Pre-Pottery Neolithic Age, people gradually shifted..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ten Great Ancient Mesopotamian Women (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The lives of women in ancient Mesopotamia were regulated by a patriarchal hierarchy, but within this social structure, there were many who distinguished themselves and some who were able to assume positions traditionally held by men. Women served as generals, scribes, and even ruled in their own right. Although women seem to have the greatest measure of equal rights during the Early Dynastic Period..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Debate Between Bird and Fish (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Debate Between Bird and Fish (written circa 2000 BCE) is a Sumerian poem dated to the Ur III Period (circa 2112-circa 2004 BCE) when the genre of the literary debate was especially popular. The poem is the earliest extant on the theme of difficult neighbors and how quickly problems can escalate. The work is one of seven famous literary debates, representing a genre that was popular in the late..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Descent of Inanna (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Sumerian poem The Descent of Inanna (circa 1900-1600 BCE) chronicles the journey of Inanna, the great goddess and Queen of Heaven, from her realm in the sky to earth and down into the underworld to visit her recently widowed sister Ereshkigal, Queen of the Dead. The poem begins famously with the lines: From the Great Above she opened her ear to the Great Below From the Great Above the goddess..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Eternal Life of Gilgamesh (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Epic of Gilgamesh is among the most popular works of literature in the present day and has influenced countless numbers of readers but, for the greater part of its history, it was lost. The Assyrian Empire fell to a coalition of Babylonians and Medes in 612 BCE who sacked and burned the Assyrian cities and, among them, Nineveh. Nineveh was the great capital where the king Ashurbanipal (r..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Family in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Family in ancient Mesopotamia was considered the essential unit that provided social stability in the present, maintained traditions of the past, and ensured the continuance of traditions, customs, and stability for the future. The family unit was of such importance that the hierarchy of palace and temple was based on it. The Mesopotamian family unit is described by modern-day scholars as the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Home of the Fish (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Home of the Fish is a Sumerian poetic monologue, most likely from the Ur III period (circa 2112 to circa 2004 BCE), in which the speaker tries to coax various fish into a newly built home. The meaning of the poem depends on whether the speaker is sincere in his or her invitation or has actually built a trap. According to some interpretations (including that of scholar Jeremy Black), the speaker..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Hymn to Ninkasi, Goddess of Beer (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hymn to Ninkasi is at once a song of praise to Ninkasi, the Sumerian goddess of beer, and an ancient recipe for brewing (though this claim has been challenged). Written down circa 1800 BCE, the hymn is no doubt much older, as evidenced by the techniques it details, which scholars have determined were actually in use long before the hymn was written. Scholar Paul Kriwaczek states that the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Iraq Museum: A Brightness in the Darkness (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "For whom have I labored? For whom have I journeyed? For whom have I suffered? I have gained absolutely nothing for myself, I have only profited the snake, the ground lion! The Epic of Gilgamesh, Tablet XI This is how the Epic of Gilgamesh concludes; there is no immortality. Gilgamesh was wrong! The echoes of his Epic has been resonating within the universe over the past 5 millennia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Marduk Prophecy (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Marduk Prophecy is an Assyrian document dating to between 713 and 612 BCE found in a building known as The House of the Exorcist, adjacent to a temple in the city of Ashur. It relates the travels of the statue of the Babylonian god Marduk from his home city to the lands of the Hittites, Assyrians, and Elamites, and prophesies its return at the hands of a strong Babylonian king. The original..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Mesopotamian Pantheon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The gods of the Mesopotamian region were not uniform in name, power, provenance or status in the hierarchy. Mesopotamian culture varied from region to region and, because of this, Marduk should not be regarded as King of the Gods in the same way Zeus ruled in Greece. While Marduk was venerated highly in Babylon, Enlil held that place in Sumer. It should also be noted that the English word demon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Myth of Adapa (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Myth of Adapa (also known as Adapa and the Food of Life) is the Mesopotamian story of the Fall of Man in that it explains why human beings are mortal. The god of wisdom, Ea, creates the first man, Adapa, and endows him with great intelligence and wisdom but not with immortality, and when immortality is offered Adapa by the great god Anu, Ea tricks Adapa into refusing the gift. Though it is..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Myth of Etana (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Myth of Etana is the story of the Sumerian antediluvian King of Kish who ascends to heaven on an eagle to request the Plant of Birth from the gods so that he might have a son. Etana is named as the first king of Kish in the Sumerian King List which claims he reigned early in the 3rd millenium BCE. The text was first recognized in 1894 on fragments found in the ruins of the Library of Ashurbanipal..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Nimrud Dogs (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Nimrud Dogs, five clay canine figurines found at the ancient Mesopotamian city of Nimrud, were only a few of the many startling finds in the region in the 20th century. During the 19th century, expeditions were sent to the Near East to corroborate biblical narratives through physical evidence – but wound up doing precisely the opposite – and later expeditions in the 20th century did the same..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Queen of the Night (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Queen of the Night (also known as the "Burney Relief") is a high-relief terracotta plaque of baked clay, 19.4 inches (49.5 cm) high, 14.5 inches (37 cm) wide, with a thickness of 1.8 inches (4.8 cm), depicting a naked winged woman flanked by owls and standing on the backs of two lions. The piece originated in southern Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq), most probably in Babylonia, during the reign..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Song of the Hoe (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Song of the Hoe is a Sumerian praise poem celebrating the hoe for its many uses and linking it to the creation of the world by the great god Enlil. As the economy of Mesopotamia was almost entirely based on agriculture, it is not surprising to find an agricultural implement as the subject of a hymn of praise. The poem is dated to circa 2000 BCE, and copies were found at Nippur (also known as..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Sumerian Poem Schooldays (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Schooldays (written circa 2000 BCE) is a Sumerian poem describing the daily life of a young scribe in the schools of Mesopotamia. The work takes the form of a first-person narration and dialogue in relating the challenges the student faces and how he resolves them by having his father bribe his teacher with expensive gifts. The poem (also known as Sumerian School Days, Edubba A, and Diary of a..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The World's Oldest Love Poem (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The world's oldest love poem is The Love Song for Shu-Sin (written circa 2000 BCE), composed in ancient Mesopotamia for use in part of the sacred rites of fertility. Prior to its discovery in the 19th century and its translation in the 20th, the biblical Song of Songs was thought to be the oldest love poem extant. In the 19th century, archaeologists descended on the region of Mesopotamia seeking..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Third Gender Figures in the Ancient Near East (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In the ancient Near East, there was a social standard by which men were ideally expected to behave. In the 21st century CE, expectations still exist, albeit in different forms. Normative masculinity through ancient Mesopotamia typically concerned male-female interactions. In sexual intercourse, for example, the male was the active person and initiator, with the female as the passive recipient. Another..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Local trade in ancient Mesopotamia began in the Ubaid period (circa 6500-4000 BCE), had developed into long-distance trade by the Uruk period (circa 4000-3100 BCE), and was flourishing by the time of the Early Dynastic period in Mesopotamia (circa 2900-2350/2334 BCE). Developments in trade continued up through 651 CE, the beginning of the medieval period of the Near East. Trade began in Mesopotamia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Visiting the Ancient City of Babylon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "We had a 4-day national holiday. Meaning what? No clinic and no hospital! I said to myself, “It's been a long time since I have visited Babylonia.” I drove my car for about 11 hours, continuously. Finally, I was there. I went to my uncle's house, which lies about a quarter of an hour from the ancient city of Babylon. The ancient city lies within the modern-day city of Hillah, the center of Babel..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Women in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The lives of women in ancient Mesopotamia cannot be characterized as easily as with other civilizations, owing to the different cultures over time. Generally speaking, though, Mesopotamian women had significant rights, could own businesses, buy and sell land, live on their own, initiate divorce, and, though officially secondary to men, found ways to assert their autonomy. Scholars generally agree..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Clay Tablet with its Envelope (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A commercial letter (clay tablet) enclosed by an envelope (a clay covering). The letter was supposed to be opened by the recipient. 2nd millennium BCE, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Foundation Peg from the Temple of Nanshe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This copper alloy foundation deposit records the rebuilding of the temple of the god Nanshe in the city of Sirara (modern Zerghul, southern Iraq) by Gudea, ruler of Lagash. It features a bull in a reed marsh. C. 2130 BCE, probably from Sirara, southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A portion of wall at Mari (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A portion of the fortifications at the site of Mari, modern-day Tell Hariri, Syria. Mari's fortifications entered their most advanced stage in the 19th century BCE when the city and the rest of the region were under threat from Amorite invaders. The walls were unsuccessful in this regard, however, as Mari fell to the Amorites c. 1830 BCE, thus ending the ruling Shakkanakku Dynasty and beginning..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaemenid Silver Wine Pourer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This rhyton is one of the most famous pieces of silverware to survive the Persian Empire. The front is in the form of winged griffin wearing a necklace originally inlaid with a semi-precious stone. The top is decorated with palmettes and lotus buds, with alternate flowers highlighted with gilding. It would have been used to top up drinking bowls during banquets. Probably from Altintepe near Erzincan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agriculture in the Fertile Crescent and Mesopotamia - Timeline (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A visual timeline illustrating the evolution of agriculture in parallel with invention and social development in the region of the Fertile Crescent (a term first used in 1916 by Egyptologist J.H. Breasted), enabling the establishment of cities and growth of empires."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Akkadian Ruler (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze head of an Akkadian ruler, probably Sargon the Great, c. 23rd - 22nd century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Mesopotamia from Cities to Empires (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The long-term development of Mesopotamia traces one of the earliest and most influential trajectories in world history, spanning from small Stone Age settlements (c. 10,000 BCE) to the political and cultural upheavals of the Late Bronze Age collapse (c. 1200 BCE). In this region between the Tigris and Euphrates, environmental opportunity and human adaptation combined to produce transformative breakthroughs..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Mesopotamian Pharmacist Prepares Elixir (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An Arab folio on which is depicted a pharmacist preparing an elixir. From the manuscript of the De Materia Medica by Dioscorides, 1st century CE. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Near Eastern Metal Production (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the major sites of metal production in the Ancient Near East, including Egypt, Asia Minor, Mesopotamia, Persia, and the Indus Valley Civilization."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Syro-Mesopotamia ca. 1764 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the political situation in Syro-Mesopotamia c. 1764 BCE. During this time, the Amorite Kings, Hammurabi of Babylon and Zimri-Lim of Mari were engaged in near-constant warfare with surrounding polities, many of whom were also predominantly Amorite. The two kings crushed powers like Eshnunna and fought back the Elamites. In 1761 BCE, Babylon is known to have taken control of Mari and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Amulet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This bronze plaque represents an amulet against bad spirits and diseases. From northern Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq). Assyrian. Istanbul Archaeological Museums/Ancient Orient Museum, Istanbul, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Armlet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A close-up view of the right arm of a human-headed and winged protective spirit, Apkallu (or Sage). There is an armlet which embraces the right biceps muscle. The armlet's ends are sheep-headed. Note the decorations on the lower end of the dress; there is a goat! This is part of a large alabaster bas-relief which depicts an Apkallu carrying a goat. From the north-west palace of the Assyrian king..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Lion Hunt Relief (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Frieze depicting a lion hunt, from the royal palace of Ashurbanipal, Nineveh, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, 668-631 BCE. The king's role was to protect his people from enemies. In ancient Assyria, this was symbolized in the lion hunt, when the king went out to kill lions. Lions were not uncommon in the Ancient Near East. King Ashurbanipal of Assyria noted that the hills abounded with..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Mullilu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a close-up image of a hand carrying an Assyrian mullilu; mullilu is an Akkadian word which means a purifier. This object, most likely a pine cone, was dipped into a certain liquid and then sprinkled on the Assyrian king and his courtiers in order to purify them during ceremonies. The image here is part of a large alabaster bas-relief which depicts an eagle-headed and winged protective spirit..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assyrian Warriors Relief (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Basalt reliefs depicting Assyrian warriors of different ranks in procession with a royal chariot led by the commander-in-chief of the Assyrian army. The reliefs were acquired and gathered during the years 1848, 1946, 1948, 1982, and 1995 to reassemble the entire walls. From the palace of the Assyrian king Tiglath-Pileser III (744-727 BCE), ancient Hadatu (modern Arslan Tash), Neo-Assyrian Empire..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aurochs from Ishtar gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Aurochs from Ishtar Gate at Babylon, constructed in about 575 BCE by order of King Nebuchadnezzar II. On display in Istanbul Archaeology Museum in Istanbul, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of Hammurabi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A locator map of Hammurabi's Babylonia, showing the Babylonian territory upon his ascension in 1792 BC and upon his death in 1750 BC. The river courses and coastline are those of that time period — in general, they are not the modern rivers or coastlines. This is a Mercator projection, with north in its usual position. There is some question to what degree the cities of Nineveh, Tuttul, and Assur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of the Kassites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Babylonian Empire during the time of the Kassites, roughly the 13th century BC. This map shows the probable river courses and coastline at that time."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylonian Map of the World (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Babylonian, about 700-500 BCE Probably from Sippar, southern Iraq A unique ancient map of the Mesopotamian world This tablet contains both a cuneiform inscription and a unique map of the Mesopotamian world. Babylon is shown in the centre (the rectangle in the top half of the circle), and Assyria, Elam and other places are also named. The central area is ringed by a circular waterway labelled..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze Shaft-Hole Axe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These two bronze shaft-hole axes date back to the late 3rd millennium BCE, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Clay Figurine of a Naked Woman from Nippur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Clay figurine of a naked woman. She puts her hands on her breasts. Probably votive. From Nippur, Iraq. Isin-Larsa Period, 2000-1800 BCE. (The Sulaymaniyah Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cuneiform Writing (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A relief of cuneiform writing from Assyria. Exhibited in the British Museum London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of the War Scene of the Standard of Ur Showing Sumerian Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a detail of the so-called "War Scene" of the Standard of Ur. This detail is part of the left half of the middle register. Here, six Sumerian soldiers stand and stride to the right. They wear leather head caps and cloaks as well as flounced skirts. They hold axes with their right hands. It seems that they are bare-footed. The artist had made different faces. The depictions, in mosaic, were..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dog Figurine from Nimrud (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze statuette of a dog, part of the Nimrud dogs, a Neo-Assyrian (circa 8th-century BCE) collection of dog figurines found at Nimrud, currently on display in museums at Baghdad, Iraq; Cambridge, England; New York, America; and Melbourne, Australia. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dog-Shaped Gold Amulet From Kish (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Dog-shaped amulet, gold sculpture, Kish, modern-day Babil Governorate, Iraq, 700-500 BCE. Kish, in ancient Mesopotamia, was one of the major centres of political power and economic activity under the Sumerians and Babylonians. Its prosperity is reflected in valuable artefacts recovered from the archaeological site of Tell al-Uhaymir (“the red hill”) in Iraq. The small gold amulet shown here was..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Door Pivot Stone from Girsu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A door pivot stone from Telloh (ancient Girsu), third millennium BCE. Istanbul Archaeology Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dragon of the Ishtar Gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Babylonian mušḫuššu dragon, glazed tiles from the Ishtar Gate, which was constructed by Nebuchadnezzar II, c. 575 BCE. Istanbul Archaeological Museums."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fertile Crescent Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Fertile Crescent, a region stretching in a quarter-moon shape from Mesopotamia down through the Levant. The region is bordered by the Persian Gulf and Zagros Mountains to the east, Taurus Mountains to the north, Mediterranean sea to the west, and Syrian Desert to the South. This region is often referred to as the Cradle of Civilization. Six of these civilizations are featured on the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "First-Wave / Earliest Civilizations (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating the earliest stages of human civilization spanning from c. 8000 BCE to 2000 BCE. It showcases the emergence of organized societies, agricultural practices, and the origins of urbanization."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Flood Tablet of the Epic of Gilgamesh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is the 11th tablet of the Epic of Gilgamesh. The cuneiform text on this tablet is startlingly similar to the Biblical story of Noah and his ark in the Book of Genesis. When George Smith, an assistant in the British Museum first read this inscription, he jumped and rushed about the room in a great state of excitement, and to the astonishment of those present, began to undress himself. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Golden Earrings From King Shulgi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A pair of golden earrings with the shape of a half pumpkin. The overlying decorative cuneiform inscriptions mention that these earrings were a gift from King Shulgi. Mesopotamia, new Sumerian era, Ur III, reign of King Shulgi, 2029-1982 BCE. Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Great Ziggurat of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Great Ziggurat of Ur, built by the Sumerian king Ur-Nammu and his son Shulgi of Ur, c. 21st century BCE. Photo taken in 2005 CE near Ali Air Base in Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gudea of Lagash (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Seating diorite statue of Gudea, prince of Lagash, dedicated to the god Ningishzida, excavated in Telloh (ancient Girsu), Iraq, dating to the Neo-Sumerian period, c. 2120 BCE. Louvre, Paris."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gudea, Prince of Lagash (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Diorite statue of Gudea, prince of the state of Lagash in Southern Mesopotamia who ruled c. 2144–2124 BCE. From Girsu (Irak), around 2120 BCE. Louvre Lens, France."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of Dolerite Statue of Gudea of Lagash (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "It is possible that the head and body were not originally part of a single statue. From Girsu (modern Telloh), southern Mesopotamia, Iraq, reign of Gudea, c. 2130 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of Lamassu from Ashurnasirpal II palace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A close-up view of a winged human-headed lion, Lamassu, that flanked one of the entrances into the throne room of Ashurnasirpal II (883-859 BCE). Nimrud (ancient Kalhu), north-west palace, room B, door a, panel 2. Neo-Assyrian era, 883-859 BC, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hellenistic Trade Routes, 300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Alexander the Great died in Babylon on the 13th of June, 323 BCE. His Macedonian-Greek empire broke apart, but Alexander’s heritage was felt throughout the ancient Mediterranean world for centuries. Three Hellenic empires emerged from the wars of succession that followed his death: The Antigonid Empire in Macedonia, the Seleucid Empire in Persia and Mesopotamia, and the Ptolemaic Empire in Egypt..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Inscribed Stand Head of Entemena (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The cuneiform inscription on this stand's head mentions the name of Entemena, ruler of Lagash. Early Dynastic Period, c. 2400 BCE. From Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Ashurnasirpal II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "King Ashurnasipal II of Assyira (reigned 883 - 859 B.C.), flanked by eagle-headed protective spirits, of which only the left one is visible in this photo. From Nimrud, North-West Palace. Exhibited in the British Museum London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knight from the Hellenistic Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a fragment of a terracotta plaque, which depicts a knight riding a horse. He holds a sword with his right arm. From Mesopotamia, Iraq. The Hellenistic period, 334-139 BCE. (The Sulaymaniayh Museum, Iraq)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Labelled map of Mari, modern-day Tell Hariri, Syria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A satellite photograph of the site of Tell Hariri, Syria. Tell Hariri is the site of the ancient city of Mari, which, at various times from c. 3000 BCE - c. 1760 BCE, controlled large portions of Northern Mesopotamia. The photograph has been labelled with the locations of the major monuments at the site that have been excavated. It is unknown when this image was taken however the state of the site..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lamassu from Ashurnasirpal II Palace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a pair of guardian figures (winged human-headed lions) that flanked one of the entrances into the throne room of Ashurnasirpal II (883-859 BCE). Stone mythological guardians, sculpted in relief or in the round, were often placed at gateways to ancient Mesopotamian palaces, to protect them from demonic forces. They were known to the Assyrians as lamassu. This winged lion has five legs so..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Law Code Tablet of King Hammurabi from Nippur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This terracotta tablet is a smaller version of the original Code of Hammurabi to be used in schools and courts. The tablet was found at Nippur (modern Nuffar, Al-Qadisiyah Governorate, Iraq), southern Mesopotamia. Old Babylonian era, 1790 BCE. Istanbul Archaeological Museums/Ancient Orient Museum, Istanbul, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon [Detail] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of glazed tiles depicting a lion, from the gates of ancient Babylon (modern-day Iraq). The lion is the symbol of Babylon, and represents Ishtar, the goddess of fertility, love and war. Meant not only to symbolise Babylon, but to instill fear in enemies, it seems fitting that a single stone lion, albeit poorly preserved, is the only true remainder of Babylon that stands in Iraq today..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon Statue, Babylonia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In June/July 2013 CE, an archaeological team started a mission to reconstruct the lion of Babylon statue and its surrounding. The platform of the statue has been reconstructed with cement. The lion itself was untouched."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon, Ishtar Gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of a lion found along the processional way from Ishtar Gate into the city of Babylon. The Ishtar Gate was constructed around 575 BCE by King Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon, made of fired bricks and decorated with animals made in glazed bricks."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion-Hunting Scene, King Ashurbanipal (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sculpted relief illustrating the sporting exploits of the last great Assyrian king, Ashurbanipal, North Palace, room C, panel 20-22, Nineveh, modern-day northern Iraq. Neo-Assyrian Empire, reign of King Ashurbanipal, 668-631 BCE. In ancient Assyria, lion-hunting was considered the sport of kings, symbolic of the ruling monarch’s duty to protect and fight for his people. The hunting scenes, full..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion's Head from the Temple of Ninhursag (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Copper alloy head of a lion or cub, which may have acted as a guardian at the entrance to the Temple of Ninhursag at Tell Al-Ubaid, Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Early Dynastic Period, c. 2500 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Jewish Deportations (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the deportation of the Jews by the Assyrians."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lugalzagesi's Domains (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Kingdom of king Lugalzagesi of Umma, circa 2350 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East, c. 1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East c. 1300 BCE, showing the period of Great Powers, with the six large kingdoms and empires (the Hittites, the Mycenaean Civilization, Assyria, Babylonia, Elam and the New Kingdom of Egypt) co-existing in relative stability. This is the period of diplomacy with has produced the Amarna Letters and the Treaty of Kadesh, the first recorded peace treaty in history..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia, 2000-1600 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A general map of Mesopotamia and its neighbouring territories which roughly covers the period from 2000-1600 BCE reveals the concentration of city states in Sumer, in the south. This is where the first true city-states arose, although the cities of northern Mesopotamia and Syria were roughly contemporaneous. However, the latter remained relatively minor states with a less intensive level of development..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia, c. 1400 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a map of Mesopotamia showing the dominant kingdoms of Egypt, Mitanni, Hatti, and Kassite Babylonia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The area which formed Sumer started at the Persian Gulf and reached north to the 'neck' of Mesopotamia where the two rivers, the Tigris and the Euphrates meander much closer to each other. To the east loomed the Zagros Mountains, where scattered city states thrived on trade and learning from Sumer, and to the west was the vast expanse of the Arabian desert. The rivers have changed course considerably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Akkadian Empire at Its Height (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Akkadian Empire (c. 2334–2218 BCE), founded by Sargon of Akkad (reign c. 2334–2279 BCE), is widely regarded as the first territorial empire in recorded history. Emerging from the political landscape of Sumerian city-states, Sargon established control over key urban centers such as Kish, Uruk, and Ur, creating a centralized system of governance supported by military garrisons and administrative..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Ancient Near East after Hammurabi, c. 1700 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "By c. 1700 BCE, the political landscape of the Ancient Near East had been reshaped by the rapid rise and fragmentation of two unusually large territorial states. Shamshi-Adad I created a realm stretching across much of Upper Mesopotamia, linking centers such as Assur, Šubat-Enlil, Ekallatum, and Mari, but it fragmented soon after his death around 1776 BCE. A generation later, Hammurabi of Babylon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the ancient Near East during the Amarna Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the ancient Near East during the Amarna Period, showing the great powers of the period: Egypt (green), Hatti (yellow), the Kassite kingdom of Babylon (purple), Assyria (grey), and Mittani (red). Lighter areas show direct control, darker areas represent spheres of influence. The extent of the Achaean/Mycenaean civilization is shown in orange."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Assyria in the Middle Assyrian Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Middle Assyrian period (c. 1365–1000 BCE) emerged from the shifting balance of power in the Late Bronze Age Near East. After earlier subordination to Mitanni, Assyria reasserted its autonomy under Ashur-uballit I (reign c. 1365–1330 BCE) as Hittite pressure weakened Mitanni authority in northern Syria and Upper Mesopotamia. This opened the way for Assyria to move beyond a regional kingdom centered..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Cradles of Early Civilization & Society (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The pathways toward early civilization and complex society between c. 12,000 and 1000 BCE were neither uniform nor linear. After the end of the last Ice Age, climatic and environmental change encouraged communities in different parts of the world to experiment with cultivation, domestication, sedentary settlement, ritual organization, and new forms of social cooperation. Over long timescales, these..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Fertile Crescent (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The term “Fertile Crescent”, coined in 1916 by Egyptologist James Henry Breasted, refers to a broad arc of land stretching from the eastern Mediterranean through Anatolia and into Mesopotamia. Encompassing parts of today’s Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Turkey, and western Iran, this region earned its name due to its unusually rich soils, varied ecosystems, and river systems, most..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Fertile Crescent (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the location and extent of the Fertile Crescent, a region in the Middle East incorporating ancient Egypt; the Levant; and Mesopotamia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Hittite Empire 16th-13th Century BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hittite Empire emerged in central Anatolia during the early second millennium BCE and developed into one of the major powers of the Late Bronze Age. Centered on Hattusa, it ruled over a culturally diverse realm rooted in the older land of Hatti and gradually expanded into much of Anatolia and northern Syria. By the 16th–13th centuries BCE, Hittite authority extended across a broad zone of direct..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Parthian (Arsacid) Empire, c. 150 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Parthian, or Arsacid, Empire (c. 247 BCE–224 CE) was an Iranian imperial state that emerged as Seleucid authority weakened in northeastern Iran. Arsaces I (reign c. 247–211 BCE), leader of the Parni, established the dynasty, but its transformation into a major empire occurred under Mithridates I (reign c. 165–132 BCE), who conquered Media and Babylonia. The Arsacids combined Iranian traditions..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Rise and Expansion of the Neo-Assyrian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Neo-Assyrian Empire emerged from renewed Assyrian state-building in northern Mesopotamia during the early first millennium BCE. Under Adad-nirari II (reign 911–891 BCE) and Ashurnasirpal II (reign 883–859 BCE), sustained campaigning restored earlier territories and extended Assyrian influence westward. Expansion accelerated under later rulers, especially Tiglath-pileser III (reign 745–727 BCE..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Sumerian Civilization (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The rise of Sumerian civilization in southern Mesopotamia (c. 6000–2300 BCE) represents one of the earliest transformations from agrarian village life to urban state formation. Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, this alluvial plain required large-scale irrigation management, fostering collective organization and administrative innovation. By the fourth millennium BCE (Uruk Period..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the The Mitanni (Hanigalbat) empire, c. 1600-1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Mitanni Empire was a major Late Bronze Age power that rose in northern Mesopotamia and Upper Syria between c. 1600 and 1300 BCE, shaping the balance of power across the eastern Mediterranean world. Emerging in the political vacuum following the collapse of Old Babylonian authority, Mitanni reached its height in the 15th century BCE, functioning as a strategic intermediary between rival great..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the World from Sippar, Mesopotamia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This tablet contains both a cuneiform inscription and a unique map of the Mesopotamian world. Babylon is shown in the center (the rectangle in the top half of the circle), and Assyria, Elam and other places are also named. The central area is ringed by a circular waterway labelled 'Salt-Sea'. The outer rim of the sea is surrounded by what were probably originally eight regions, each indicated by..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Ubaid Culture (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the extension of Ubaid Culture, ca. 5900 to 4300 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Banquet Scene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Perforated votive plaque with a banquet scene, Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq, c. 2700-2600 BCE. Louvre, Paris."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Eye Idol (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gypsum alabaster eye idol from the Middle Uruk period, c. 3700-3500 BCE, Tell Brak, Syria. Many similar artifacts have been found at Tell Brak; they were likely amuletic objects honoring the Mesopotamian goddess Ningal, wife of Nanna, or talismans reminding the person that the gods were watching over them. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Incense Container (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A pottery incense container found at layer 5 of the altar platform of the central temple of Basmosian Hill, Mesopotamia, Hurrian period, 2nd millennium BCE. Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mt. Darbandi Bilula's Akkadian Rock Relief, Mesopotamia, Iraq (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This rock relief dates back to the Akkadian era. It lies on the cliff of Mt. Darbadi Bilula, Hori and Shekhan area, Sulaimaniya, near the Iranian border, Iraq. Circa 2100 BCE. It features a victorious man with two captives before him; one is kneeling and the other one is beneath his foot. On the right, there are Akkadian cuneiform inscriptions in 4 columns."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC. 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The temple complex was where the poet priestess Enheduanna (circa 2300 BCE) would have worked and written her poetry."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Uruk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Uruk archaeological site at Warka in Iraq, photo by SAC Andy Holmes (RAF), 2008."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Seven Mesopotamian Agate Duck-weights (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These weights are in the range of 8.7 to 24.7 grams, roughly between 1 and 3 Babylonian shekels. Weights had been made in this characteristic duck-shape since around 2000 BCE. From Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Circa 700-500 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Shalmaneser III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail from a statue of Shalmaneser III (859 BC – 824 BC) at Istanbul Archaeology Museums."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silver Tetradrachm of Demetrius I of Macedon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver tetradrachm from Macedonia, reign of Demetrius I of Macedon, 306-283 BCE. O: Nike blowing a trumpet on a ship's brow. R: Poseidon with trident. The coin was minted to commemorate Demetrius' victory over Ptolemy I at Salamis near Cyprus in 306 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sitdjehuti's Coffin Mask (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sitdjehuti was a sister and daughter of Egyptian pharaohs. 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It is currently housed in the Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stela of King Shamshi-Adad V (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Stela of the Assyrian king Shamshi-Adad V (r. 824-811 BCE), from Nimrud (ancient Kalhu), modern-day northern Iraq, Neo-Assyrian Empire, 824-811 BCE. It depicts the king, before the symbols of his principal gods. He extends his right hand, with the forefinger outstretched as if he has just snapped his fingers. This is the typical Assyrian gesture of respect and supplication towards the gods. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone tablet of Nabu-apla-iddina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This stone tablet records the restoration of certain lands by the Babylonian king Nabu-apla-iddina to a priest. On the top of the stone are 13 symbols of the gods designed to protect the legal statement. Both the king, wearing the typical Babylonian royal hat, and the priest, who has a hand raised in salute, are shown on the obverse with labels identifying them. The cuneiform text dates the deed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sumerian Worshipper Statue (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A statue of a Sumerian worshipper. Marble, early dynastic period, 2800-2300 BCE, Mesopotamia, Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tablet with Survey of Barley Yields (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay tablet mentions a survey of eleven fields with their dimensions and barley yields. Neo-Sumerian period, 2039 BCE, year eight in the reign of King Amar-Suen of Ur. From Mesopotamian, Iraq. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ancient Near East, c. 1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the shifting political landscape of the Ancient Near East in the 13th century BCE, a period marked by the rise of imperial powers and the decline of older kingdoms. The expansion of the Hittite and Assyrian empires redrew boundaries and altered regional dynamics, while the once-dominant Mitanni kingdom collapsed entirely. By around 1300 BCE, the Hittite Empire (circa 1650-1190..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Black Obelisk of King Shalmaneser III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This obelisk was erected as a public monument in 825 BCE at a time of civil war. The relief sculptures glorify the achievements of King Shalmaneser III and his commander-in-chief . It lists their military campaigns of 31 years and the tribute they exacted from their neighbors. It is the most complete Assyrian obelisk yet discovered, and it is historically significant because it is thought to display..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Empire of Alexander the Great (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the Empire of Alexander the Great, his conquests, and the routes he took (334 BC - 323 BC). Major cities, roads, and battles are indicated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Kish Tablet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Kish Tablet, illustration by José-Manuel Benito, July 2006. The Kish Tablet, from Tell al-Uhaymir, Iraq, is among the oldest known inscriptions using proto-cuneiform symbols. Before this, writing was limited to numerical marks carved into small clay tokens. As urbanisation advanced in the Late Uruk Period (c. 3500-2900 BCE), many aspects of civilisation developed in more organised and systematic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Oriental Empires (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map showing the Median, Lydian, Chaldean, and Egyptian empires around 600 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Roman-Parthian Conflict (53 BCE - 217 CE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman–Parthian conflict (53 BCE–217 CE) was a centuries-long struggle for dominance in Western Asia between the Roman Republic, later Empire, and the Arsacid dynasty of Parthia. 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This game was played all across the Ancient Near East for about 3000 years."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Weld-Blundell Prism Version of Sumerian King List (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Weld-Blundell Prism, the most complete version of the Sumerian King List extant, from Larsa, c. 1827-1817 BCE. Ashmolean Museum, Oxford."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Victory Stele of Naram-Sin (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Victory Stele of Naram-Sin, king of Akkad. c. 2250 BCE. Brought from Sippar to Susa in the 12th century BCE. Restored in 1992 CE. 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Podany is a unique history of the ancient Near East that compellingly presents the life stories of kings, priestesses, merchants, bricklayers, and others. Rather than chronicling three thousand years of rulers and states, Weavers, Scribes, and Kings instead creates a tapestry of life stories through which readers will..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Short History of Assyria and the Neo-Assyrian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Assyria has a long history, beginning in northern Mesopotamia and then expanding during the Neo-Assyrian Empire from Mesopotamia through Asia Minor, and down through Egypt. The empire began in the city of Ashur and went through many different stages of expansion and sacking by a number of kingdoms including the Mittani, the Babylonians and the Hittites. 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This site was originally excavated in 1922 by the tour guide's grandfather."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "An Ancient Board Game - Irving Finkel (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Irving Finkel has possibly the coolest job in the world – he’s curator of cuneiform at the British Museum! Since 1979 he’s been trawling the Museum’s 130,000 clay tablets for clues about life in ancient Mesopotamia. In this film, he tells us about a particular tablet he found that contains the rules of a board game – a board game that he’s been obsessed with since childhood! We’re getting..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient History of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know the ancient history of the UAE stretches back over 130,000 years? The country now known as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was established on 2 December 1971, but the region has a long history stretching back thousands of years. The UAE is located at the eastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula on the Arabian Gulf (also known as the Persian Gulf), making the region especially attractive..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Mesopotamia - National Geographic (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Mesopotamia proved that fertile land and the knowledge to cultivate it was a fortuitous recipe for wealth and civilization. Learn how this "land between two rivers" became the birthplace of the world's first cities, advancements in math and science, and the earliest evidence of literacy and a legal system."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ashurbanipal Hunting Lions (Assyrian) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=J5iEY4hapMQ Ashurbanipal Hunting Lions, relief from the North Palace, Ninevah, Assyrian, c. 645-635 B.C.E. (British Museum) Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker & Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Comparing Two Ancient Civilisations: Ancient Egypt vs. Mesopotamia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this video, we are comparing Ancient Egypt vs. Mesopotamia in all sorts of different aspects. 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This must be a very early representation as there is not formal Ziggurat."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queen Kubaba of Mesopotamia: the Only Queen on the Sumerian King List (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Queen Kubaba of Mesopotamia is known as the only queen who has been named on the Sumerian King List, which is unsurprisingly, a bit of a boy’s club. Kubaba is one of very few women who ruled Mesopotamia in her own right, and the surviving cuneiform texts which mention Kubaba, say that she ruled for 100 years, sometime around the 25th century BCE. Many versions of the king list have Kubaba on her..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Schools in Ancient Mesopotamia - Ancient Mesopotamia: Portrait of a Dead Civilization, E23 (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "What was school like in Ancient Mesopotamia? How did scribes learn to read and write in a difficult language like Sumerian? Dr. Josh explores the education of these early bureaucrats. This series is based on the entertaining and engaging book, 'Ancient Mesopotamia: Portrait of a Dead Civilization'. Published in 1964, this book by A. Leo Oppenheim is a standard introductory work in the field of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scribes in Mesopotamia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Professor of Hittite and Anatolian Languages Theo van den Hout tells us about who scribes in Mesopotamia and Anatolia were. 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(Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=Nok4cBt0V6w Standard of Ur, c. 2600-2400 B.C.E., 21.59 x 49.5 x 12 cm (British Museum) Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker & Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Babylonian Map of the World with Irving Finkel | Curator's Corner S9 Ep5 (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Fancy getting your hands on your very own Map of the World tablet replica? You can buy one here: https://www.britishmuseumshoponline.org/babylonian-map-of-the-world-tablet-replica.html?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=map_world The Babylonian map of the world is the oldest map of the world, in the world. 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Even though this figure has taken on legendary status, it is widely agreed that Gilgamesh was a historical person, and the 5th king of Uruk who reigned in the twenty-sixth..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Fall of Ur to the Elamites ~ Ancient Mesopotamia ~ (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this brief episode by Chris from The History of the World Podcast he guides through the decline and fall of Sumerian civilization and culture and into the horrific destruction of the great Ancient Mesopotamian City of Ur. 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Don't..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Kingdom of the Mitanni ~ A Bronze Age Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Kingdom of Mittani, known to the people of the land, and the Assyrians, as Hanigalbat and to the Egyptians as Naharin and Metani, once stretched from present-day northern Iraq, down through Syria and into Turkey and was considered a great nation. Few records of the people themselves exist today but correspondence between kings of Mitanni and those of Assyria and Egypt, as well as the world’s..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Rise & Fall of History's First Empire - Soraya Field Fiorio (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Discover history’s first empire: Sumer, located in Mesopotamia, which built the world’s first cities and created the first writing system. 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Halicarnassus (modern Bodrum, Turkey) was an ancient Ionian Greek city in the region of Caria, located on the coast of Anatolia. It is best known as the birthplace of Herodotus (l. c. 484-425/413 BCE), the 'Father of History', and as the site of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

According to tradition, it was founded by Dorian Greeks of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Top 10 Archaeological Sites in Caria, Turkey (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Located at the crossroads of many ancient civilizations, Turkey is a haven for archaeology lovers. Over the centuries, a succession of empires and kingdoms – Hittite, Lydian, Persian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and, finally, Ottoman – ruled over Anatolia. The country’s unique cultural legacy, its remarkably beautiful landscape as well as the friendliness of its people make visiting Turkey a rewarding..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Amazonomachy Relief from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Slab from the Amazonomachy frieze depicting five figures, three Greeks and two Amazons, and a horse. 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Found in the middle of the west side of the Mausoleum Quadrangle of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, also..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Colossal Statues of Mausolus and Artemisia II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Colossal statues of a man and a woman from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, traditionally identified as Mausolus and Artemisia II, around 350 BCE. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dionysos with Panther (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a panel from a Roman mosaic pavement. Dionysos is shown dancing while a panther prances along beside him. Dionysos' red drape billows out and he wears a wreath. The mosaic has the name 'Dionysos' written in Greek beside him. The mosaic panel is 1.4m heigh, and 1.36m wide. 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There were more males than female lions, although a lioness found in the walls of the castle of St Peter at Bodrum and now in Istanbul Archaeological Museums, probably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus as it may have appeared when it was completed c. 350 BCE. From the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, Reconstructed (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was built c. 351 BCE for the Persian satrap Mausolus. The massive structure is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. 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(The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Mausolus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble statue of a man from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, also known as the Tomb of Mausolus. Identified as Mausolus, king of Caria. From the main sculptural deposit, north of the north wall of the Peribolus. Classical Greek Period, circa 350 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Centaur Frieze of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a marble slab of the so-called Centaur frieze of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, also known as the Tomb of Mausolus. The whole frieze depicts a violent conflict between Greeks and Centaurs. Here on this slab, we can recognize 3 figures; 2 Greeks and a woman, and parts of two Centaurs. The woman is depicted wearing a chiton belted at the waist and a himation; her right breast is bare. This..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ruins of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus in Caria (now Bodrum in Turkey), constructed for King Maussollos during the mid-4th century BCE. Its construction was so beautiful and unique that it became one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World represent the pinnacle of human creativity, ambition, and engineering skill in classical antiquity. Compiled by Greek scholars during the Hellenistic period (c. 3rd century BCE), the list celebrated remarkable architectural and artistic achievements across the Mediterranean and Near East. Each wonder reflected the cultural ideals and technological mastery of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Theatre of Halicarnassos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of ancient Halicarnassos (modern-day Bodrum in Turkey), built in the 4th century BCE during the reign of King Mausolos and enlarged in the 2nd century CE. Is original capacity was 10,000."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre of Ancient Halicarnassus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of ancient Halicarnassus, built in the 4th century BCE during the reign of King Mausolos and enlarged in the 2nd century CE, the original capacity of the theatre was 10,000."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Europe (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Europe is a continent forming the westernmost part of the land mass of Eurasia and comprised of 49 sovereign states. Its name may come from the Greek myth of Europa, but human habitation of the region predates that tale, going back over 150,000 years. It is the birthplace of Western Civilization and the modern concept of the state.

Scholars regularly refer to Europe as a peninsula bounded..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beer in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The intoxicant known in English as beer takes its name from the Latin bibere (by way of the German bier), meaning "to drink", and the Spanish word for beer, cerveza, comes from the Latin word cerevisia for "of beer", giving some indication of the long span human beings have been enjoying the drink. Even so, beer brewing did not originate with the Romans but began thousands of years earlier. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Causes of WWII (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The origins of the Second World War (1939-45) may be traced back to the harsh peace settlement of the First World War (1914-18) and the economic crisis of the 1930s, while more immediate causes were the aggressive invasions of their neighbours by Germany, Italy, and Japan. A weak and divided Europe, an isolationist USA, and an opportunistic USSR were all intent on peace, but the policy of appeasement..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "476: The New Political Face of the Western Mediterranean (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The map show the political situation within the western regions of the Mediterranean after the deposition of the last Western emperor, Romolus Augustulus, by Odoacer, the commander of the Italian imperial army. In reality, the Western Roman Empire had effectively controlled only the Italian peninsula since the death of emperor Majorian (457-461), when his fellow generals in Gaul and in Illyria did..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "An Illustrated Map of Medieval and Early Modern Europe (From the Novel "The Jericho River") (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An illustrated map of medieval and early modern Europe. From the novel The Jericho River by David Tollen."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cave Bear Skeleton (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Skeleton of a cave bear (Ursus spelaeus) on display at the American Museum of Natural History. 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New states like Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Yugoslavia emerged from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Europe During the Last Glacial Maximum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Europe during the most recent glacial, in which the ice sheets reached peak growth between c. 26.500 to c. 19,000 years ago. This is known as the Last Glacial Maximum. Sea levels were lower than today."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Cone of Ezelsdorf-Buch (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Gold Cone of Ezelsdorf-Buch is a tall (88 cm), cone-shaped object made of thin sheet gold, it is seen as belonging to a group of artifacts referred to as Bronze Age Golden hats. It was presumably worn by special functionaries on ceremonial occasions. It is one of four such known items. Three of them were discovered in Southern Germany, and one in the west of France. It dates to circa 1,000..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Christian Pilgrimage in the Middle Ages, c. 1000 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the changing patterns of Christian pilgrimage during the Middle Ages: for most Europeans the long, perilous, and costly journey to the Holy Land was too far, dangerous, and forbiddingly expensive, so devotion redirected toward nearer shrines. Routes now funneled the faithful to regional sanctuaries where relics of saints and martyrs promised spiritual merit closer to home..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Elizabethan England Trade with Europe, c. 1600 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Elizabethan England's trade with Europe around 1600 formed part of a changing early modern commercial system in which established regional networks coexisted with new forms of organized overseas enterprise. English exports remained heavily dependent on woolen textiles, particularly through the Merchant Adventurers and markets in the Low Countries and Germany, while merchants imported grain, wine..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Europe after the Congress of Berlin, 1878 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The mid-19th century transformation of Europe was driven above all by the unification of Italy and Germany, which reduced long-standing political fragmentation and introduced powerful new nation-states into an already competitive continental system. In Italy, the kingdom of Piedmont-Sardinia became the nucleus of unification, a process achieved through war, diplomacy, and nationalism between 1859..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Europe After World War II (1945 to c. 1989) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In the aftermath of the Second World War (1939–1945), Europe emerged physically devastated and politically polarized. As Allied cooperation gave way to rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union under Joseph Stalin (rule 1924–1953), the continent became divided into competing spheres of influence. Western European states aligned with the United States, while Central and Eastern Europe..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Europe at the Peace of Westphalia, 1648 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Peace of Westphalia (1648), concluded through treaties signed at Osnabrück and Münster (May-October 1648), marked the end of two major conflicts: the Thirty Years’ War and the Eighty Years’ War. What began as a religious and dynastic struggle within the Holy Roman Empire evolved into a wider contest involving major European powers. The settlement formally recognized the independence of the Dutch..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Europe Before the Fall of Constantinople, c. 1450 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Around 1450 CE, Europe and the eastern Mediterranean stood at the intersection of declining medieval powers and emerging regional states. The Byzantine Empire had contracted principally to Constantinople and the Morea, while the Ottoman Empire under Murad II (reign 1421–1444; 1446–1451) dominated much of the Balkans and western Anatolia after victories at Varna (1444) and Kosovo (1448). In western..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Europe in 1815 and the Vienna Settlement (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Congress of Vienna (September 1814–June 1815) was a major diplomatic settlement that sought to rebuild Europe after more than two decades of revolutionary and Napoleonic warfare (1792–1815). Led principally by Austria, Russia, Great Britain, and Prussia, and later joined by a restored France, the Congress did not simply return Europe to its pre-1789 borders. Instead, it combined dynastic restoration..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Carolingian Empire under Charlemagne, c. 814 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The rise and expansion of the Carolingian dynasty (8th–early 9th centuries CE) reached its apex under Charlemagne (reigned 768–814 CE), son of Pepin the Short (reigned 751–768 CE) and grandson of Charles Martel (d. 741 CE). Building on earlier Frankish consolidation, Charlemagne pursued sustained military campaigns that transformed a regional kingdom into the most powerful polity in Western Europe..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the French Revolution & Revolutionary Wars, 1789–1799 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The French Revolution (1789–1799) was a decade of political and social upheaval that dismantled France's Ancien Régime and transformed ideas about sovereignty, citizenship, rights, and political authority. A severe fiscal crisis, unequal taxation, social tensions, Enlightenment political ideas, and conflict over royal reform led Louis XVI to summon the Estates-General in May 1789. The formation..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Holocaust in Europe during World War II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "During World War II (1939-1945), Nazi Germany under Adolf Hitler (rule 1933-1945) carried out the Holocaust, a systematic, state-directed genocide that resulted in the murder of approximately six million Jews, alongside millions of other victims across German-occupied Europe. Rooted in racial ideology, antisemitism, and authoritarian control, the Holocaust was implemented through a vast and coordinated..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Iron Age La Tène Culture c.400 BCE - c.50 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the extent of the La Tène culture, a key phase of the European Iron Age that flourished from around 450 BCE until the Roman conquests in the 1st century BCE. It highlights the widespread influence of early Celtic societies across Central and Western Europe, from the Alps to the British Isles. Named after a major archaeological site on Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland, the La..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Migration Period in Europe in the 4th-5th Century (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Migration Period in Europe (c. 4th–6th centuries CE) marks a prolonged era of movement, conflict, and political transformation rather than a single moment of collapse. Following the death of Emperor Theodosius I (reign 379–395 CE) and the permanent division of the Roman Empire in 395 CE, pressures along Rome’s frontiers intensified. A combination of internal weakness, economic strain, and external..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Empire in 125 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Roman Empire and Europe in 125 CE, at the time of Roman emperor Hadrian. "Barbarian" names and locations are given as found in the works of Tacitus (written c. 100 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Urnfield Culture c. 1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the spread of the Urnfield culture in Europe by around 1300 BCE, a late Bronze Age archaeological horizon named for the practice of cremating the dead and placing their ashes in urns buried in fields. Lasting from roughly c. 1300-750 BCE, the Urnfield culture marked a transformative period in European prehistory and is widely regarded as one of the root cultures of the later..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the World War I in Europe, May 1917 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "By May 1917, the First World War (1914–1918) had transformed the political and military geography of Europe. The Western Front remained entrenched across France and Belgium, while the Central Powers occupied extensive territories in Poland, the Baltic region, Serbia, Montenegro, and much of Romania. Fighting continued along the Italian and Macedonian fronts and between Russian and Ottoman forces..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Oldest Mural in Europe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This photo shows a reconstruction of the "Cult Wall" of Ludwigshafen, the oldest mural in Europe. The original painting was created around 3860 BCE, depicting hunting trophies of aurochs and bison, fine textiles, as well as a human torso with female breasts. It was most likely located in a pile-dwelling temple of the Pfyner Culture on Lake Constance. The temple caught fire and the heat hard-baked..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Prominent Cities of Europe from Antiquity to the Present (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Europe displaying important cities that shaped its history, from antiquity to the present. Cities on the map represent key centers throughout history. Each city represents a distinct period from Athens, Rome, and Constantinople (now Istanbul) in ancient times to Aachen, Krakow, Prague, and Vienna in the medieval era and Florence, Genoa, and Venice during the Renaissance. The map includes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Coronation of a Frankish King (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of the coronation ceremony of a Frankish king. Created by Amplitude Studios for the video game Humankind."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Formidable Women Who Shaped Medieval Europe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Cover of The Formidable Women Who Shaped Medieval Europe: Power and Patronage at the Burgundian Court by Susan Abernethy. This is a collection of 31 women who were related by blood, marriage, and politics to the Valois Dukes of Burgundy, rulers of the Low Countries, and parts of northern France and Germany from 1393 until their territories were absorbed into the Habsburg Empire in the early 16th..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Totalitarian Regimes in Europe in 1939 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the geopolitical situation in Europe in the lead-up to the Second World War (1939-45) as authoritarianism and totalitarianism were on the rise across the continent, fueled by political instability, economic crises, and the dissatisfaction many nations felt after the redrawing of borders after the First World War (1914-18). This environment led to the growth of centralized..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "World in 2000 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the world in 2000 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "World Map of Herodotus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Possibly what the Greek historian Herodotus believed the world looked like (5th century BCE) based on his writings."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Modern Life in Europe: Crash Course (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "So, "modern" is kind of a loaded term, but today we're going to talk about modern life in Europe, as it looked around the time the 19th Century CE turned into the 20th Century CE. We'll look at what life was like in the rapidly growing urban centers of Europe, how developments in communication and information distribution influenced the way people saw their leaders and their neighbors, and how women..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The History of Europe: Every Year (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video shows the borders and populations of each country in Europe, for every year since 400 BC. Vassal states and colonies are not included in the count of a country's population. Sources : 1. Population : - Angus Maddison (2003), Historical Statistic for the World Economy http://www.ggdc.net/maddison/maddison-project/home.htm - Colin McEvedy & Richard Jones (1978), Atlas of World..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Troy (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Troy is the name of the Bronze Age city attacked in the Trojan War, a popular story in the mythology of ancient Greece, and the name given to the archaeological site in the north-west of Asia Minor (now Turkey) which has revealed a large and prosperous city occupied over millennia. There has been much scholarly debate as to whether mythical Troy actually existed and if so whether the archaeological..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Discovery of Troy (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In his epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey, the Greek poet Homer (c. 750 BCE) told the story of the Trojan War, a ten-year siege of the city of Troy by an alliance of Greek city-states. Troy was also known by its Latinised name of Ilium and was located on the northwest coast of Anatolia (modern-day Turkey). The city was continuously inhabited from the Early Bronze Age (c. 3000-2200 BCE) for around..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Laocoön: The Suffering of a Trojan Priest & Its Afterlife (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The sculpture group of Laocoön and His Sons, on display in the Vatican since its rediscovery in 1506, depicts the suffering of the Trojan prince and priest Laocoön (brother of Anchises) and his young sons Antiphantes and Thymbraeus and is one of the most famous and fascinating statues of antiquity. In his Natural History, Pliny the Elder states that the Laocoön, created by the eminent Rhodian sculptors..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achilles Fighting Hektor (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of an Attic red-figure bowl (500-480 BC) depicting Achilles fighting Hektor in the Trojan War. (British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Attic Calyx-Krater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A black-figure Calyx-Krater from Attica, c. 530 BCE. The scene is probably the battle over Partoklos' body during the Trojan War. The figures wear the full hoplite panoply. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Black-figured amphora (wine-jar) signed by Exekias as potter and attributed to him as painter (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Greek, about 540-530 BC Made in Athens, Greece; found at Vulci (now in Lazio, Italy) Achilles killing the Amazon Queen Penthesilea Penthesilea brought her Amazon warriors to help the Trojans defend their city, but was killed in combat with Achilles, the greatest of the Greek warriors. The scene on this vase shows Achilles looming above her as she sinks to the ground. Achilles's face is masked..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dolon on an Attic Red-figure Lekythos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Dolon, the son of Emuedes was a participant in the Trojan War and fought for Troy. On this Attic red-figure lekythos dated to 460 BCE, Dolon is depicted walking on all fours and covered in a wolf skin as a disguise while he spied on the Greeks. The lekythos is housed in the Louvre."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Emperor Hadrian, Troy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue of Emperor Hadrian, 117-138 CE (Roman period), found at Troy, now in Canakkale Archaeological Museum, Canakkale, Turkey"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Excavation of Troy, 1877 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Excavations at Hissarlik, watercolour by William Simpson, 1877. Hissarlik is the Turkish name of the site which is now identified as Troy. 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Made from Pentelic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Heinrich and Sophia Schliemann (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "German archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann (1822-1890) and his second wife Sophia Schliemann (1852-1930) during a trip to Germany in 1883."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Heinrich Schliemann (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "German pioneer archaeologist Johann Ludwig Heinrich Julius Schliemann (1822-1890), whose excavations revealed what is universally accepted to be the site of Troy in what is now Hisarlik in modern-day Turkey. Photo taken by Ed. Schultze Hofphotograph Heidelberg Plöckstrasse 79, between 1866 and 1890. University Library Heidelberg."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Helios Relief, Troy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Helios, the sun god riding his chariot. Relief architrave from the Temple of Athena at Troy, 300-280 BCE. (Altes Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Laomedon (Temple of Aphaia) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Trojan king Laomedon(?) from the east pediment of the Temple of Aphaia on Aegina (c. 490-480 BCE). The scene is thought to depict Hercules' attack on the city of Troy. (Glyptothek, Munich)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lydia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Lydia in the middle of the 6th century BCE. The red line shows an alternative interpretation of Lydia's ancient borders."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Battlefield of the Trojan War c. 1200 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The battlefield traditionally associated with the Trojan War is described in the Iliad, attributed to Homer (traditionally dated c. 8th century BCE). The narrative situates the conflict between the Achaean coalition and the defenders of Troy on the coastal plain below the fortified city, widely identified with the archaeological site of Troy (Hisarlık) in northwestern Anatolia, near the Dardanelles..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Trojan War States, c. 1200 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age collapse at the end of the 13th century BCE saw a great many changes in the ancient world. Many second millennium states disappeared entirely, as cities were destroyed and peoples migrated. Others underwent a process of transformation which effectively turned them into new states, and some regions in western and central Anatolia remained abandoned for decades. Until the collapse..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the World of Homer’s Iliad, c. 1200 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The key places, peoples, and commanders associated with Homer’s Iliad form a poetic geography of the Late Bronze Age Aegean and western Anatolia. Although the epic was probably composed in the 8th century BCE, it is set in the legendary final year of the Trojan War, traditionally imagined several centuries earlier. 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The collection was divided in 1880, so this photograph was most likely taken before then."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Schliemann's Trench (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Schliemann's Trench at Hisarlik, the site of ancient Troy, near Tevfikiye, modern-day Turkey. The 40-metre (131 ft) wide, 17-metre (55 ft) deep trench was laid out N-S across the middle of the mound or tell at TroyHeinrich Schliemann from 1870 to 1873. The project resulted in the partial or total destruction of significant architectural structures belonging to the levels above, but at the base of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silver Cup from Troy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This silver two-handled cup was found near Troy, Western Turkey. It is of a Depas amphikypellon type. Troy III period, 2250 BCE. 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Sophia was the second wife of the German archaeologist Johann Ludwig Heinrich Julius Schliemann (1822-1890), famous for his discovery of Troy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Burning of Troy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Oil painting by Johann Georg Trautmann (1713–1769) called Blick auf das brennende Troja."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Epic Cycle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This infographic illustrates the Epic Cycle (Ἐπικὸς Κύκλος), a lost collection of ancient Greek epic poems that once narrated the full arc of the Trojan War and its aftermath, from the origins of the conflict to the heroes' returns. Though only fragments survive today, the Cycle was once seen as a comprehensive mytho-historical narrative surrounding Troy. 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Leaving behind the offering of a massive horse the Greeks hoped the Trojans would take the horse into their city, which they did. Hiding inside, though, was a contingent of Greek warriors who opened the gates of Troy and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trojan Horse (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of the Mykonos pithamphora which shows the wooden horse the Greeks used to infiltrate the city of Troy in the final stages of the Trojan War. The wheels on the feet of the horse can be clearly seen. Manufactured in the second quarter of the 7th century BCE. The vessel was made on the island of Tinos in the Cyclades and found at Chora on Mykonos. 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(Archaeological Museum, Mykonos)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wilhelm Dörpfeld (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "German architect and archaeologist Wilhelm Dörpfeld (1853-1940), who excavated Troy with Heinrich Schliemann (1822-1890) and carried on Schliemann's work after his death in 1890."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achilles - The Great Warrior of the Trojan War (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Achilles is a figure from Greek mythology and literature and star of the Trojan War. Leader of the fearsome Myrmidons, sacker of cities, and slayer of Hector, godlike Achilles was quite simply invincible in battle. Only the divine intervention of Apollo finally put an end to his long reign as the greatest Greek warrior of them all. The bravest, strongest, and even the best-looking hero of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Did Ancient Troy Really Exist (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "If you enjoy this lesson, we highly recommend reading "Fallen Glory: The Lives and Deaths of History's Greatest Buildings." Discounted e-book versions available here: https://amzn.to/2LL50Zk Check out our book rec page to learn more: http://bit.ly/2mZ9LQS View full lesson: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/did-ancient-troy-really-exist-einav-zamir-dembin When Homer's Iliad was first written down..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Helen of Troy, the Catalyst for the Trojan War (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The story of Helen of Troy, and the Trojan war specifically, is best known from the Iliad, by Homer, after the abduction by Paris of Troy, which was ultimately the catalyst for the ten-year Trojan War. The most common version of the birth of Helen is that her parents were Leda, the Queen of Sparta, and Zeus, the king of the gods. The beautiful Helen obviously had many suitors, but she ended up marrying..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "History of the Iliad and the Trojan War (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Iliad covers not the entire Trojan War, but begins in the midst of events in the final year of battle, after nine years of siege, and only spans 52 days. By the time The Iliad was written down in the eighth century BCE by the epic poet Homer, whom we know not a lot about other than the fact that he lived around the time of 750 BCE, and it would have already been a familiar tale to the Greeks..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mask of Agamemnon, from shaft grave V, grave circle A, Mycenae, c.1550-1500 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Mask of Agamemnon, from shaft grave V, grave circle A, c.1550-1500 B.C.E., gold, 12 inches / 35 cm (National Archaeological Museum, Athens) Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker & Dr. Beth Harris"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mask of Agamemnon: Schliemann's Discovery (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A short video describing Heinrich Schliemann's discovery of the so-called "Death Mask of Agamemnon"."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Overlooked Heroes of the Trojan War (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this video, we are going to introduce you to some of the other important warriors and heroes from the Iliad that you need to know! The Trojan War was fought between the Greeks and the defenders of the city of Troy in Anatolia sometime in the late Bronze Age. The story has grabbed the imagination for millennia but a conflict between Mycenaeans and Hittites may well have occurred, even if its..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The True Story of Troy: Ancient War - Full Documentary (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Greek mythology is fascinating. It is full of powerful gods like Zeus, Athena, Hera and Aphrodite, brave heroes like Achilles, Hector, Agamemnon, legendary quests and epic wars. There is one war tale, however, that has fascinated mankind. The tale of the Trojan War. A conflict between West and East. The War of Troy is described in Iliad, an epic poem by Homer. The truth behind the War of Troy (Trojan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Macedon (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Macedon was an ancient kingdom located in the north of the Greek peninsula first inhabited by the Mackednoi tribe whose identity was challenged by some southern Greeks but who, according to Herodotus (5:22), were Greek. It is famously known as the birthplace of Alexander the Great.

The kingdom was founded circa 7th century BCE by Caranus (who seems semi-mythical) and named after the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander the Great as a God (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The age-old concept of the “divine right of kings” allowed that a country's ruler received his or her power or authority from God. However, few, if any, were delusional enough to actually believe themselves to be a god. An exception to this was Alexander the Great of Macedon. In 334 BCE at the age of twenty-two, he and his army crossed the Hellespont and embarked on a decade-long journey to conquer..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander the Great: A Case Study in Martial Leadership (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "History is not predictable; in many ways it can take on a life of its own. But sometimes, an individual's sheer presence is enough to bend history to his will. One such individual was Alexander the Great. Through his conviction, vision, mental dexterity, oratory, and superb physical endurance he was able to shape destiny, for himself and for the lands he conquered. Even from a young age, Alexander..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "City on Both Riverbanks - Visiting Amphipolis (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This visit filled me with great pride. I was about to explore the history of my home region. The things that were happening ages ago to the place that my ancestors called home. My home city, on the banks of the Strymon river, is a very ancient settlement, dating back to the 1400's BCE, but it only became an important town, even reaching the level of provincial capital, during the Byzantine era..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Diodorus Siculus on Fate and Philip of Macedon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Diodorus Siculus, the 1st century BCE historian, took great pride in precision of description but, even so, could not refrain from adding his own personal views and interpretations of historical events and persons. In the following passage, Diodorus describes the reign of King Philip II of Macedon (382-336 BCE) with a focus on the role `fortune' or `fate' played in the king's successes. 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As Alexander's contribution..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Jeanne Reames on Dancing with the Lion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dr. Jeanne Reames' Dancing with the Lion: Becoming and Dancing with the Lion: Rise follow an epic tale of Alexander before he was “The Great.” In this interview, Dylan Campbell inquires about her passion for history and the development of her new novels. 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The overpopulation..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle of Chaeronea in Diodorus Siculus (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Chaeronea is the site of the famous Battle of Chaeronea (338 BCE) Phillip II of Macedon's decisive defeat of the Greek city-states. At Chaeronea in Boeotia (north of Corinth) Phillip and his allies from Thessaly, Epirus, Aetolia, Northern Phocis and Locrian defeated the combined forces of Athens and Thebes. Phillip commanded the right wing while his eighteen-year old son, Alexander lead the left..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle of Gaugamela, 331 BCE (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "After securing the eastern Mediterranean seaboard and Egypt, Alexander the Great pushed east into Mesopotamia with the intention of bringing Darius to battle. After crossing the Euphrates River unopposed, he marched his army eastward along the foothills of the Armenian mountains before crossing the Tigris River. Once across the Tigris, Macedonian mounted scouts reported seeing Persian cavalry in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek Phalanx (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the most effective and enduring military formations in ancient warfare was that of the Greek phalanx. 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Weapons, armour, gold and silver artefacts lay beside precious ossuaries containing cremated bones in these unique tombs close to the necropolis..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Visitor's Guide to Ancient Dion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dion is located at the foot of Mount Olympus in the north of Greece, in what would have been ancient Macedon. It takes its name from the most important Macedonian sanctuary dedicated to Zeus ("Dios” meaning "of Zeus”). Legend claims this is the site where Orpheus died and was buried. 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Dignitaries, police, priests, and swelling ranks of archaeologists watched on in anticipation as the first shafts..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaean League c. 200 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Achaean League was a Hellenistic period confederation of Greek city states on the northern and central Peloponnese between 280 BCE and 146 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander the Great (Artistic Facial Reconstruction) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A photorealistic representation of Alexander the Great (r. 336-323 BCE) as he may have appeared in life. This reconstruction is based on archaeological evidence including busts, coin portraits and statuary, as well as descriptions of Alexander in historical accounts. 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The house occupied an area of ca. 3400 square metres and each room was decorated with fine pebble mosaics."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hypaspist (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hypaspist by Johnny Shumate For more illustrations email shumate_j@bellsouth.net If illustration is used, please credit my name."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ionic Column, Amphipolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the ancient northern Greek city of Amphipolis. Location: Amphipolis, Macedonia, Greece"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion Hunt Mosaic, Pella (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A photo of the Lion Hunt Mosaic from Pella, Macedon. 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The dog depicted is possibly Peritas, Alexander's favorite dog."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Terracotta Bust of a Noble Maiden from Pella (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Terracotta bust of a maiden wearing a high-profile crown, from Pella, c. 320-300 BCE. Archaeological Museum of Pella. Pella was founded in the early 4th century BCE by Archelaus of Macedon (r. 413-399 BCE) to serve as the new capital of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia, replacing Aigai (now Vergina). Located by the sea, Pella was an important harbor that experienced significant economic and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Terracotta Bust of an Underworld Goddess from Pella (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Terracotta bust of an underworld goddess from Pella, mid-4th century BCE. Archaeological Museum of Pella, North Macedonia. The ancient city of Pella, the second capital of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia, was the birthplace of Philip II of Macedon and his son, Alexander the Great. It remained a prosperous metropolis throughout the eventful periods of Macedonian and Roman rule. Correspondingly..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Empire of Alexander the Great (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the Empire of Alexander the Great, his conquests, and the routes he took (334 BC - 323 BC). Major cities, roads, and battles are indicated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre of Philippi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of Philippi, Macedon, built during the reign of Philip II in the 4th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wreath & Ceremonial Shield from Tomb II, Vergina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The gold wreath and ceremonial shield from the main chamber of Tomb II, in Aigai (Vergina). From Unearthing the Family of Alexander the Great. Grant (2019). 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This video spans from the birth to the life, reign and death of the famous Alexander the Great, in honour of his birthday! Alexander the Great, also known as Alexander III of Macedon became king of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greecetaxi | Virtual Tours - Macedonia | Pella & Aegae (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Pella & Aegae - Macedonian Capitals Macedonia is a geographical and historical region of the Balkan peninsula in southeastern Europe. Its boundaries have changed considerably over time, but nowadays the region is considered to include parts of five Balkan countries: N.Greece, the Republic of Slav-Macedonia, Bulgaria, Albania and Serbia. Its oldest known settlements date back approximately 9,000..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lecture #6: Alexander the Great & His Powerful Sisters (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Historian Nathalie Choubineh delves into the life and legacy of Alexander the Great—from his royal Macedonian roots and military conquests to the political power struggles that followed. This video also shines a light on the often-overlooked women of his family, including his warrior sister Cynane, the politically savvy Cleopatra, and the resilient Thessalonike. Discover how these remarkable women..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The History of Europe: Every Year (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video shows the borders and populations of each country in Europe, for every year since 400 BC. 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As the mother of Philip II and grandmother of Alexander the Great, Eurydice's legacy is deeply entwined with the rise of one of history’s most powerful dynasties."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Was Alexander the Great really that great? - Stephanie Honchell Smith (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Alexander the Great transformed the world during his reign — but was he an embattled leader, or a ruthless conqueror? – Alexander the Great fundamentally transformed the world during his 13-year reign. He conquered Persia when it was one of the world’s largest empires, and he was considered a living demi-god by Egyptians and Greeks. But was he a brilliant, embattled leader, or a ruthless, power-hungry..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Syria (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Syria is a country located in the Middle East on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and bordered, from the north down to the west, by Turkey, Iraq, Jordan, Israel, and Lebanon. It is one of the oldest inhabited regions in the world with archaeological finds dating the first human habitation at c. 700,000 years ago. The Dederiyeh Cave near Aleppo has produced a number of significant finds, such..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Medieval Christian Art in the Levant (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Medievalists retain misconceptions and myths about Oriental Christians. Indeed, the fact that the Middle East is the birthplace of Christianity is an afterthought for many. During the Middle Ages, Christians from different creeds and confessions lived in present-day Lebanon, Syria, Israel, and Palestine. 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Between 1963-1973 CE, an international rescue mission excavated a large number of sites in this region which were threatened by flooding as a result of the construction of the Tabqa dam. One such site was Tell es-Sweyhat. Excavations by T. A. Hollad on behalf of the British School of Archaeology..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bostra Theater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient theater of Bostra (Busra), Syria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Citadel of Aleppo (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Citadel of Aleppo (Arabic: قلعة حلب‎) is a large medieval fortified palace in the centre of the old city of Aleppo, northern Syria. It is considered to be one of the oldest and largest castles in the world. Usage of the Citadel hill dates back at least to the middle of the 3rd millennium BC. Subsequently occupied by many civilizations including the Greeks, Byzantines, Ayyubids and Mamluks, the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Funerary Relief of a Old Man (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a funerary relief of a old man who lived in Syria when it was under Roman occupation (64 BCE-260 CE). It dates from the 3rd century CE, and it is made of limestone. (Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts at Stanford University, Stanford, California)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Funerary Relief of a Woman (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a funerary relief of a woman who lived in Syria when it was under Roman occupation (64 BCE-260 CE). It dates from the 2nd century CE, and it is made of limestone. (Iris & B. 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(The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Life and Easy Living (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Floor mosaic with allegorical representation of Life and Easy Living. Crafted from limestone and glass tesserae, this mosaic was excavated in Syria and dates to approximately 350-400 CE. In the mosaic, an affluent couple is shown engaged in relaxed conversation on an elegant couch. The allegorical meaning is described through the Greek inscription tryphe - bios, which identifies the female figure..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Limestone Relief of an Aramaean King (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This piece of limestone was roughly cut into an unusual stele depicting a standing Aramaean King. 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Administratively divided into the provinces of Syria Coele, Syria Phoenice, Judea (renamed Syria Palaestina), and Arabia Petraea, the region held immense strategic and commercial significance, linking the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Masyaf Castle, Syria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Masyaf castle, Orontes Valley, Syria, one-time castle of the Assassins (aka Nizari Ismailis) from c. 1141 CE to 1256 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Eye Idol (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gypsum alabaster eye idol from the Middle Uruk period, c. 3700-3500 BCE, Tell Brak, Syria. Many similar artifacts have been found at Tell Brak; they were likely amuletic objects honoring the Mesopotamian goddess Ningal, wife of Nanna, or talismans reminding the person that the gods were watching over them. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mosaic Fragment from Apamea, Syria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This fragment of a mosaic comes from an ancient cathedral that was once located in Apamea, Syria. Apamea, located on the right bank of the Orontes River, was an ancient Greek, Roman, and Byzantine city. This mosaic was made c. 533 CE and is made from tesserae. (Musée du Cinquantenaire, Brussels)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Palmyra, Syria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Colonnade with canal in the foreground, temple of Ba'al (1st-2nd century CE), Palmyra, Syria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Panorama of Palmyra (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A panoramic view of ruins of the ancient desert city of Palmyra in Syria, which grew large in the Syrian desert in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. The ruins are now a United Nations World Heritage site."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pottery from the Amarneh Cemetery at Til Barsip (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Much of the known pottery from the Euphrates region comes from tombs, often in large cemeteries attached to settlement sites. The tombs are of a variety of types, but most typically they consist of rock-cut or stone-built subterranean chambers designed for multiple successive use. One of the largest excavated tombs of this sort is the so-called" hypogeum" at Til Barsip, which contained over..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Remains of the Ziggurat Attached to the Temple of Lions at Mari (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Excavated remains of the Temple of Lions, a 40-foot terrace attached to a temple at Mari. The temple, also known as the Temple of the King of the Land was built by the ruler, Ishtup-Ilum, in the 22nd century BCE and dedicated to the god, Degan. Tell Hariri, Syria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Empire in 117 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Roman Empire at its maximum extent in 117 CE, under the rule of Trajan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Ebla (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The image shows part of the excavated city of Ebla in Syria. Most of the ruins have been given a top layer of new bricks. Some stones used to grind flour are also seen in the picture."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of the Dura-Europos Church (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Dura-Europos Church is the oldest Christian house of worship extant. Formerly a private home, it was converted into a church between 233 and 256. The church was discovered by French archaeologists in the excavation season of 1931-1932 in Dura-Europos, Syria. The site was significantly damaged by ISIL when that group occupied the territory in 2014, but some parts of the church still stand..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Saint Bacchus Fresco (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An 11-12th century fresco of Saint Bacchus (d. 4th century). 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Between 1963-1973 CE, an international rescue mission excavated a large number of sites in this region which were threatened by flooding as a result of the construction of the Tabqa dam. One such site was Tell es-Sweyhat. Excavations by T. A. Hollad on behalf of the British School of Archaeology..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Idrimi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Late Bronze Age / Syrian, 16th century BC From Tell Atchana (ancient Alalakh), modern Turkey A statue of a king of Alalakh, covered with his biography in cuneiform This extraordinary statue represents Idrimi, a king of Alalakh. It was discovered by the excavator Leonard Woolley in the ruins of a temple at the site of Tell Atchana (ancient Alalakh). The statue had been toppled from its stone..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Idrimi of Alalakh (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The associated cuneiform inscription tell the interesting story of this king. Following a popular revolt, Idrimi was forced to go into exile. Together with his mother's family, he went 1st to Emar (Meskene on the Euphrates), and then to Canaan where he joined other refugees from Syria and lived with Habiru (homeless or dispossessed people of various ethnic origins). Seven years later, he mounted..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statuette of Warrior from Syria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This a copper statuette of a warrior wearing a short kilt. He was probably holding weapons in his hands. Many similar statuettes were found and all of them were probably made in Lebanon. The characteristic features of this form of art are the drop-shaped face, rigid body posture, and the large eyes, which were previously inlaid. Circa 2000 BCE. From Upper Mesopotamia/modern-day Syria. (Pergamon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Syrian Funerary Relief of a Man (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a funerary relief of a man who lived in Syria when it was under Roman occupation (64 BCE-260 CE). It dates from the 2nd century CE, and it is made of limestone. (Iris & B. 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The inserted forearms..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Empire about 500 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tribute of King Sangar and the City of Carchemish (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The upper and lower registers show tribute of king Sangar and the city of Carchemish. Shalmaneser III's military campaign in northern Syria, attack on the city of Carchemish, c. 858 BCE. Detail, bronze band from the Balawat gates. Embossed. Original (not an electrotype copy). From Tell Balawat, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq. Reign of Shalmaneser III, 858-854 BCE. (The British Museum, London..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "West Church, Umm el-Jimal (Jordan) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the West Church found at the village of Umm el-Jimal in the north of Jordan, which was occupied between the 1st century CE (by the Kingdom of Nabatea) and the 9th century CE (during the Abbasid period). Inscriptions made by Tanukhid Arabs – of whom Queen Mavia is well-known for her revolt against Roman emperor Valens in 378 CE – have also been found here. The construction date of the church..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Yoked Captives from the City of Dabigu Under Assyrian Escort (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is the lower register (of two registers; the upper one is not shown) which shows yoked captives and their Assyrian escort. Shalmaneser III's military campaign in northern Syria, attack on the city of Dabigu, c. 858 BCE. Detail, bronze band from the Balawat gates. Embossed. Original (not an electrotype copy). From Tell Balawat, in modern-day Nineveh Governorate, Iraq. Reign of Shalmaneser III..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Short History of Assyria and the Neo-Assyrian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Assyria has a long history, beginning in northern Mesopotamia and then expanding during the Neo-Assyrian Empire from Mesopotamia through Asia Minor, and down through Egypt. The empire began in the city of Ashur and went through many different stages of expansion and sacking by a number of kingdoms including the Mittani, the Babylonians and the Hittites. The Neo-Assyrian Empire, also known as..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient City of Aleppo (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Located at the crossroads of several trade routes from the 2nd millennium B.C., Aleppo was ruled successively by the Hittites, Assyrians, Arabs, Mongols, Mamelukes and Ottomans. The 13th-century citadel, 12th-century Great Mosque and various 17th-century madrasas, palaces, caravanserais and hammams all form part of the city's cohesive, unique urban fabric, now threatened by overpopulation. Source..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient City of Damascus (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Founded in the 3rd millennium B.C., Damascus, Syria is one of the oldest cities in the Middle East. In the Middle Ages, it was the centre of a flourishing craft industry, specializing in swords and lace. The city has some 125 monuments from different periods of its history — one of the most spectacular is the 8th-century Great Mosque of the Umayyads, built on the site of an Assyrian sanctuary..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Warrior Queen Zenobia of the Palmyrene Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The warrior queen Zenobia of the Palmyrene Empire ruled her kingdom for three years until the Roman Emperor Aurelian stopped her in her tracks. The Palmyrene Empire was an empire that broke away from the Roman Empire during the instability of the Crisis of the Third Century. It was a short-lived empire, it only survived for three years, and is named after its capital city, Palmyra. Palmyra is a..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sogdiana (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Sogdiana (or Sogdia) is a region in Central Asia between the mighty rivers Iaxartes in the north and Oxus in the south. Its eastern and western limits are more difficult to determine, especially since the toponym Sogdiana covered different areas at different times.

At times it kept the Oxus as its southern border until the Pamir Mountains; in other times, the Sogdian Mountains..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaemenid Empire Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Persian Achaemenid Empire at its greatest extent under the reigns of Darius the Great and Xerxes. Inspired by Historical Atlas of Georges Duby (p.11, map D), this map was made by Fabienkhan the 24th of August 2006, using Inkscape and GIMP. Arad translated the map to help."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coins from Macedonia and Sogdia Copying Alexander's Coinage (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The State of Sogdia was conquered by the army of Alexander the Great in 327 BCE. The early coins from Sogdia copy the coins of Alexander's Empire, telling us that they were issued after the conquest. Comparisons like this allow ancient coins to be placed in order, relative to each other. 3. Silver coins minted in Macedonia, Greece, during or after the reign of Alexander the Great. 4. Silver..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sogdiana, ca. 300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Sogdiana ca. 300 BCE. (Alternate names: Sughd, Sugdiane, Sughuda, Sute)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Empire of Alexander the Great (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the Empire of Alexander the Great, his conquests, and the routes he took (334 BC - 323 BC). Major cities, roads, and battles are indicated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Empire about 500 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Uruk (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Uruk was one of the most important cities (at one time, the most important) in ancient Mesopotamia. According to the Sumerian King List, it was founded by King Enmerkar circa 5000/4500 BCE. Uruk is best known as the birthplace of writing circa 3200 BCE, as well as for its architecture, the famous exploits of its king Gilgamesh, the invention of the cylinder seal, and other cultural innovations.

..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "12 Great Cities of Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The great cities of Mesopotamia ("the land between two rivers") developed prior to the late 4th millennium BCE along two rivers – the Tigris and Euphrates – and were fully established by the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900 to circa 2350/2334 BCE). Many of these cities became famous in their own time, and among these are the twelve below. The dates of their approximate founding follow the names..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Supervisor's Advice to a Young Scribe (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "A Supervisor's Advice to a Young Scribe is a Sumerian composition relating a dialogue between an elder scribe and a young graduate from his school. The piece is dated to the Old Babylonian period (circa 1894-1595 BCE) and, although originally interpreted as an accurate depiction of the life of a scribe, it might also be understood as satire. Scholar Jeremy Black (among others) has pointed out that..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beer in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The intoxicant known in English as beer takes its name from the Latin bibere (by way of the German bier), meaning "to drink", and the Spanish word for beer, cerveza, comes from the Latin word cerevisia for "of beer", giving some indication of the long span human beings have been enjoying the drink. Even so, beer brewing did not originate with the Romans but began thousands of years earlier. The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Daily Life in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Daily life in ancient Mesopotamia cannot be described in the same way one would describe life in ancient Rome or Greece. Mesopotamia was never a single, unified civilization, not even under the Akkadian Empire of Sargon of Akkad (the Great, reign 2334-2279 BCE). The region was comprised of many ethnicities and kingdoms that differed significantly from each other. Generally speaking, though, from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lugalbanda and the Anzud Bird (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Lugalbanda and the Anzud Bird is a Sumerian myth dated to the Ur III period (circa 2112 to circa 2004 BCE) featuring the hero-king of Uruk, Lugalbanda, father of Gilgamesh, in his younger years as an honorable officer in the army. Lugalbanda's purity of spirit and kindness to the great bird's offspring are emphasized as qualities befitting a future king. The story is the final tale in the Sumerian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamia: The Rise of the Cities (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Once upon a time, in the land known as Sumer, the people built a temple to their god, who had conquered the forces of chaos and brought order to the world. They built this temple at a place called Eridu, which, as scholar Gwendolyn Leick notes, was: One of the most southerly sites, at the very edge of the alluvial river plain and close to the marshes: the transitional zone between sea and land..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian City Laments (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The question "Why do bad things happen to good people?" has been asked for millennia, probably since before writing was invented, but at least since circa 1700 BCE when the Sumerian (and later Babylonian) poem, Ludlul-Bel-Nemeqi (also known as The Poem of the Righteous Sufferer) was written and, later, the book of Job, dated to the 7th, 6th, or 4th centuries BCE. These works deal with individual..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sumerian Civilization: Inventing the Future (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Imagine something that has never been thought of before. If one holds a book in one's hands, one can imagine an e-book, a large-print book, a picture book, all kinds of books. But how does one imagine a book in a world where even the concept of a `book' does not exist? Imagine a day without time. People live in time and time directs the course of people's days. We wake up at a certain hour, go..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Mesopotamian Pantheon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The gods of the Mesopotamian region were not uniform in name, power, provenance or status in the hierarchy. Mesopotamian culture varied from region to region and, because of this, Marduk should not be regarded as King of the Gods in the same way Zeus ruled in Greece. While Marduk was venerated highly in Babylon, Enlil held that place in Sumer. It should also be noted that the English word demon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Local trade in ancient Mesopotamia began in the Ubaid period (circa 6500-4000 BCE), had developed into long-distance trade by the Uruk period (circa 4000-3100 BCE), and was flourishing by the time of the Early Dynastic period in Mesopotamia (circa 2900-2350/2334 BCE). Developments in trade continued up through 651 CE, the beginning of the medieval period of the Near East. Trade began in Mesopotamia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of Hammurabi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A locator map of Hammurabi's Babylonia, showing the Babylonian territory upon his ascension in 1792 BC and upon his death in 1750 BC. The river courses and coastline are those of that time period — in general, they are not the modern rivers or coastlines. This is a Mercator projection, with north in its usual position. There is some question to what degree the cities of Nineveh, Tuttul, and Assur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bust of a Priest from Uruk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Grey alabaster statue of a male priest, found inside a pottery vessel in the ancient city of Uruk by a German archaeological team from the German Oriental Society in 1929-1930. Probably, it was buried after it got broken. Its height is about 21 cm. The man is bearded, bare-chested, and wears a headband. His physique is muscular. The upper limbs are flexed and clutched to the body and the hands are..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cylinder Seal, Horned Animals (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Horned Animals with Stars Overhead; Cylinder seal impression; Basalt, serpentine; Khafajah, Sin Temple II (Iraq), Late Uruk-Jamdat Nasr period (3350-2900 BCE). Oriental Institute, University of Chicago"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dedicatory Cone of Sin-Kashid king of Uruk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay nail is inscribed with details of the wealth of Sin-Kashid, king of Uruk in Babylon. Excavated by Sir William Loftus at Uruk (Warka), Southern Mesopotamia, modern-say Iraq. Circa 1900 BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of Warka Vase [Top Register] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The votive or sacred Warka Vase is decorated with three horizontal registers and shows signs of repair in antiquity. The top register depicts a complete scene. Here, a male figure holds what appears to be a belly belt of priest or chieftain (now lost, his right leg only has survived). A collection of votive offerings also appears. The Vase of Warka, is one of the priceless objects in the Iraq..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Facade of Inanna Temple from Uruk at the Iraq Museum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is part of the facade of the temple of goddess Inanna at Uruk (modern-day Warka, southern Iraq) and is made of bricks. There are standing male and female deities in alternating niches. Both hold a vase, pouring water in double streams, which flow symmetrically to outline the niches; the streams may represent the Tigris and Euphrates. The male is thought to be god Ea (of water) while the female..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Facade of Inanna's Temple at Uruk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the facade of the temple of Inanna at Uruk. There are standing male and female deities in alternate niches. Each figure holds a vessel in his/her hands and pours life-giving water onto the earth. The cuneiform inscriptions on the bricks mention the name of the Kassite ruler Karaindash as the person who ordered the building of this temple. From Uruk, southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation figure of Ur-Nammu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "From Uruk, southern Iraq Third Dynasty of Ur, about 2100-2000 BC. The king as a temple builder with a basket of earth to make bricks. This bronze figure represents Ur-Nammu, the ruler of Ur (about 2112-2095 BC). It was made for burial in the foundations of a temple of Uruk. It was one of the duties of a Mesopotamian king to care for the gods and restore or rebuild their temples. In the late..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation Peg of Entemena (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a baked clay foundation peg, which was dedicated by Entemena, king of Lagash. It refers to a treaty with the king of Uruk. The political bond between Lagash and Uruk mentioned in this text is the earliest formal interstate relationship known within Babylonia. Early Dynastic Period, 2404-2375 BCE. From Bad Tibira (modern Tell al-Madineh), Southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foundation Tablet of Ur-Nammu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The cuneiform inscriptions on this tablet mention the name of Ur-Nammu, king of Ur and founder of the Sumerian 3rd dynasty of Ur. From the temple of Inanna at Uruk, southern Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. Neo-Sumerian period, 2112-2095 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of Ewe Figurine (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sheep played an important role in the ancient Sumerian economy. Images and figurines of sheep were especially common during the late prehistoric era in Uruk. This piece was probably decorating a shrine or a temple. From the late Uruk period, 3300-3000 BCE. Probably from Uruk, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lugalzagesi's Domains (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Kingdom of king Lugalzagesi of Umma, circa 2350 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer and Elam (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map with the locations of the main cities of Sumer and Elam."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Sumerian Civilization (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The rise of Sumerian civilization in southern Mesopotamia (c. 6000–2300 BCE) represents one of the earliest transformations from agrarian village life to urban state formation. Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, this alluvial plain required large-scale irrigation management, fostering collective organization and administrative innovation. By the fourth millennium BCE (Uruk Period..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Third Dynasty of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the rise of the Sumerian city-state of Ur following the collapse of the Akkadian Empire (reign: circa 2334 - 2154 BCE). In the aftermath of political fragmentation and regional instability, Ur emerged as a leading center of power in southern Mesopotamia. This period, often referred to as the Sumerian Renaissance, marked a revival of Sumerian cultural identity, political organization..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mosaic Fragment from Uruk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This piece of wall decoration (mosaic) was part of one of the walls of the white temple at Warka (Uruk) city. Stone cones are inlaid on a gypsum background. Uruk period, 3500-2800 BCE, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The Sulaimaniya Museum, Iraq)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Offering Scene, Warka Vase [Top Register] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The votive or sacred Warka Vase is decorated with three horizontal registers and shows signs of repair in antiquity. The top register depicts a complete scene. 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Iraq Museum, Baghdad."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Warka Vase at the Iraq Museum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A young man stands before and skims the votive Vase of Warka, one of the priceless objects in the Iraq Museum and represents one of the earliest surviving narrative art. The man was included in the image for comparison with the Vase's size and height. It was excavated (in fragments) by a German excavation team in a temple complex dedicated to the goddess Inanna at the city of Uruk (in southern Iraq..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Uruk-Period Beveled Rim Bowl (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Beveled rim bowl, from Nippur, Late Uruk period, c. 3300–3100 BCE. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Utu-Hegal's Stone Monument (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The cuneiform inscriptions on this fragment of a stone monument mention the name of Utu-Hegal, King of Uruk. 2125 BCE, from Ur, Mesopotamia, Iraq. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Vase of Utu-Hegal of Uruk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is only known bronze/copper alloy vessel inscribed with the name of Utu-Hegal, King of Uruk. Utu-Hegal was considered a hero, who drove the hated Gutian invaders out of Southern Mesopotmia. The inscribed cuneiform text mentions the name and titles of the king but mainly concentrates on the cursing formula (which curses anyone who tries to deface the writing). 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The middle register depicts a procession of naked male figures carrying bowls and jars of sacrificial elements, such as fruit and grain. The Vase of Warka, one of the priceless objects in the Iraq Museum and represents one of the earliest surviving examples of narrative art. It..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Short History of Sumer and the Sumerian Civilization from Mesopotamia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Sumerians flourished in Mesopotamia between c. 4100 – 1750 BCE in the region of Sumer which was not a country, but a region made up of a number of walled city-states, each with its own king. The Sumerian civilization developed the first schools and jobs and developed the first cosmology and cosmogony, the concept of time, some of the oldest wheeled vehicles and the first-ever city. 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The kids love it."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Epic of Gilgamesh - An Ancient Tale of a King Searching for Immortality (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Gilgamesh is a semi-mythical king of Uruk, an ancient city of Mesopotamia, and is best known as the star of the first epic poem ever written, the Epic of Gilgamesh, where he searches for immortality after the death of his friend Enkidu. Even though this figure has taken on legendary status, it is widely agreed that Gilgamesh was a historical person, and the 5th king of Uruk who reigned in the twenty-sixth..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Mask of Warka, Warka Vase, and Shalmaneser III's Throne Dais (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A short video shot by Osama Shukir Muhammed Amin at the Iraq Museum in Baghdad on March 14, 2019. The video showcases the Mask of Warka, the Warka Vase, and the throne-dais of the Assyrian king Shalmaneser III."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Uruk 5000 B.C. Historical Simulation (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Historical simulation showing everyday life of Uruk in Ancient Mesopotamia through the use of virtual reality and Artificial Intelligence. The historical site was reconstructed based on the results of archaeological excavations, settlement maps, museum exhibits, history books and in consultation with subject matter experts."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Olympia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Ancient Olympia was an ancient Greek sanctuary site dedicated to the worship of Zeus located in the western Peloponnese. The Pan-Hellenic Olympic Games were held at the site in honour of Zeus every four years from 776 BCE to 393 CE. Olympia is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Early History

First inhabited in the second millennium BCE, the first archaeological record..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Dr. Rita Roussos (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Join World History Encyclopedia as they chat with Dr. Rita Roussos. Dr. Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites like Isthmia, Kato, and Mantinea. If you did not already know, World History has teamed up with Adante Travels and designed a tour in Greece exclusively for our..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Museums in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Museums have been around much longer than one might think, but in the ancient world, they were principally institutions of research and learning rather than places to display artworks and artefacts, even if they were often located in grand buildings and decorated with examples of fine sculpture and painting. 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Athenians, especially from the 3rd Century BCE forward, could consult any one of five separate “calendars:” Olympiad, Seasonal, Civil, Conciliar, and finally Metonic – depending on what event or type of event they..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Travel in the Ancient Greek World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel opportunities within the ancient Greek world largely depended on status and profession; nevertheless, a significant proportion of the population could, and did, travel across the Mediterranean to sell their wares, skills, go on religious pilgrimage, see sporting events or even travel simply for the pleasure of seeing the magnificent sights of the ancient world. Travel was not always glamorous..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Apollo, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble statue (severe style) of Apollo (c. 460 BCE) from the west pediment of the temple of Zeus, Olympia (Olympia Archaeological Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze Discus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An inscribed bronze discus from Olympia dedicated by Publius Asklepiades (After 241 CE). Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Column Drums, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Column drums from the temple of Zeus at Olympia, 457 BCE. The central hole can be clearly seen which, with a wooden peg, helped hold the column drums in place."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Crepidoma, Temple of Zeus, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The three steps of the crepidoma or crepis of the temple of Zeus at Olympia (457 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Deidameia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble statue of Deidameia in the severe style, from the west pediment of the temple of Zeus, Olympia (c. 460 BCE). Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Boxing (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A boxing scene from an attic red-figure kylix (c. 500 BCE). Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Bronze Shield (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze shield from Olympia, 6th century BCE. Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Chariot (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A depiction of a chariot with charioteer on an attic black-figure kylix (510-500 BCE). Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Foot Race (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Attic black-figure column crater depicting a foot race (510-500 BCE). 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(Olympia Archaeological Museum, Olympia)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Griffin, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A bronze sheet griffin, perhaps once covering a wooden metope (630-620 BCE), Olympia, Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gymnasion of Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Gymnasion was built in the second century BCE and was used as a training ground for the javelin, discus and running athletes."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Heraion of Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Archaic temple of Hera in Olympia (7th century BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hercules & The Cretan Bull (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Metope from the west side of the Temple of Zeus, Olympia. Here Hercules tames the Cretan Bull. (470-460 BCE) Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hercules and Atlas (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Metope from the east side of the temple of Zeus, Olympia. Here Hercules (aka Heracles) holds the heavens on his shoulders with the aid of Athena, on the right Atlas gives the Apples of the Hesperides. (470-460 BCE) Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hermes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hermes of Praxiteles, from the temple of Hera, Olympia (340-330 BCE). The infant is Dionysos. Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Classical Greek Sanctuaries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the main religious sanctuaries of classical Greece. The following gods' sanctuaries are marked in colour: Aphrodite, Apollo, Artemis, Asclepius, Athena, Dionysius, Demeter, Hera, Poseidon, Zeus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nike of Paionios (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble statue of Nike, Olympia. Dedicated to Zeus by the Messenians and Naupaktians after their victory over Sparta in 424 BCE. Sculpted by Paionios of Mende. (Olympia Archeaological Museum, Greece)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Palaestra, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Palaestra where athletes trained and lived before events (3rd century BCE). Originally, there were 72 columns in the stoas."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pediment Detail, Temple of Zeus, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Lapith women from the west pediment of the temple of Zeus, Olympia in the severe style (c. 460 BCE). 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Athletes had to place their toes in the front grooves on the block."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Zeus at Olympia on a Coin of Hadrian (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A coin from the reign of Hadrian depicting the staute of Zeus at Olympia, on of the Seven Wonders of the World. 117-138 CE. (National Archaeological Museum, Florence)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Zeus at Olympia, Reconstructed (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A reconstruction of the Statue of Zeus at Olympia. The statue was built by Phidias in the 5th Century BCE and is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Statue of Zeus, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An 19th century CE illustration of what the 5th century BCE statue of Zeus at Olympia, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, may have looked like."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone Halter (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A jumping weight carried by athletes in each hand in the long jump event to gain distance (date unknown). Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Hera, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Remains of the Temple of Hera in Olympia, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Philippeion of Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Philippeion was erected by Philip II, King of Macedonia after the victory of Chaeroneia in 338 BCE. Originally there were 18 Ionic columns and inside were gold and ivory statues of Philip's family."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Zanes, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Stone bases of the Zanes of Olympia. These statues of Zeus were funded from fines from offending athletes in the Games. (4th century BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "West Pediment, Temple of Zeus, Olympia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The west pediment of the temple of Zeus at Olympia representing the battle between the Lapiths and the Centaurs in Thessaly. Symbolic of the greek victory over barbarians or reason over savage nature. Severe style sculpture, c. 460 BCE. Olympia Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dr. Alan Peatfield, UCD 'Greek combat sports: from image to technique'. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dr. Alan Peatfield, UCD 'Greek combat sports: from image to technique'. Sport & Competition in Ancient Greece and Rome, 14-15 June 2012 British Museum. 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In the year 776 BCE, the first Olympic Games were held at the sacred site of Olympia in the western Peloponnese, in honour of the king of the gods..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Peloponnese, Greece: The Sanctuary of Olympia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "For over a thousand years, the Sanctuary of Olympia was primarily a religious place and only open to people during the Olympic games, started here in 776 B.C. These games were held to honor the gods and to unify the Greeks, and the Sanctuary hosted them for 1,200 years. 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Byblos was the ancient Phoenician port city of Gebal (called Byblos by the Greeks) on the coast of the Mediterranean sea in what is, today, Lebanon. According to the historian Durant, “Byblos thought itself the oldest of all cities; the god El had founded it at the beginning of time, and to the end of its history it remained the religious capital of Phoenicia." Because papyrus was one of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenicians - Master Mariners (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Driven by their desire for trade and the acquisition of such commodities as silver from Spain, gold from Africa, and tin from the Scilly Isles, the Phoenicians sailed far and wide, even beyond the Mediterranean's traditional safe limits of the Pillars of Hercules and into the Atlantic. They were credited with many important nautical inventions and firmly established a reputation as the greatest..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Top 5 Archaeological Sites in Lebanon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Home to some of the Middle East’s most majestic ancient ruins, Lebanon has a rich and varied heritage with over 5,000 years of recorded history. Over the millennia, different conquering empires have left their footprints on the architecture and culture of the country. 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Rather than expanding through unified territorial conquest, they relied on seafaring, commercial diplomacy, coastal partnerships, and specialist production, linking the Near East with Cyprus, Egypt, the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phoenician Religious Sacrifice (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A scene depicting a bird sacrifice, a common practice in the Phoenician religion from the sarcophagus of Ahiram, king of Byblos, 10th century BCE. Beirut National Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reshef (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gilded bronze statue of the Phoenician god Reshef. From Byblos. 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Now if a king among kings or a governor among governors or a commander of an army should come up against Byblos and uncovers this coffin, may the sceptre..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of the Obelisks (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of the Obelisks in Byblos was an ancient Phoenician temple built in the Late Bronze Age (1600-1200 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS : Mycenaeans and Phoenicians (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A look at Ancient Civilizations of the Mycenaeans and Phoenicians. 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Baalbek is an ancient Phoenician city located in what is now modern-day Lebanon, north of Beirut, in the Beqaa Valley. Inhabited as early as 9000 BCE, Baalbek grew into an important pilgrimage site in the ancient world for the worship of the sky-god Baal and his consort Astarte, the Queen of Heaven in Phoenician religion (the name 'Baalbek' means Lord Baal of the Beqaa Valley). The center of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenicians - Master Mariners (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Driven by their desire for trade and the acquisition of such commodities as silver from Spain, gold from Africa, and tin from the Scilly Isles, the Phoenicians sailed far and wide, even beyond the Mediterranean's traditional safe limits of the Pillars of Hercules and into the Atlantic. 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Painting by Vasily Polenov (1882)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Baalbek Stones (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The so-called Stone of the Pregnant Woman at the ancient quarry near Baalbek in Lebanon is one of the largest stone building blocks ever carved by human hands. It is 20.76 m (68.1 ft) long, 4 m (13.1 ft) wide, 4.32 m (14.1 ft) high and weighs an estimated 1,000 tons. An even larger stone, still partly buried and weighing an estimated 1,650 tons, lies next to it. The stone blocks were presumably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Baalbek, Great Courtyard (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An overview of the Great Courtyard of the Temple of Jupiter Heliopolitanus at Baalbek (Heliopolis) with two monumental altars and two water basins within a porticoed enclosure. It covers a vast area of some 134 m by 112 m (439 ft by 367 ft)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Baalbek, Lebanon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Baalbek is an ancient Phoenician city located in what is now modern-day Lebanon, in the northern part of the Beqaa Valley, a fertile area with plentiful springs. First settled at the beginning of the 3rd millennium BCE, Baalbek was an essential waypoint on the Phoenician trade route from Tyre to Damascus and grew into an important pilgrimage where the god Baal, the sun god, was worshipped alongside..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Phoenicia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of ancient Phoenicia with important cities."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Venus, Baalbek (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Temple of the goddess Venus in the Baalbek temple complex, Lebanon, early 3rd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Baachus, Baalbek (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The temple of Baachus at Baalbek (Modern Lebanon), ca. 150 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Bacchus, Baalbek (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The so-called Temple of Bacchus at Baalbek (modern-day Lebanon). Recently redated to the 3rd century CE, it may have been used for the imperial cult, in addition to the veneration of other gods such as Bacchus and Venus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Bacchus, Baalbek (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of the cella of the Bacchus temple in Baalbek, Lebanon which dates to the end of the 2nd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Temple Complex at Baalbek (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman temple complex at Baalbek (once Heliopolis) in Lebanon, the Beqaa Valley region."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS : Mycenaeans and Phoenicians (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A look at Ancient Civilizations of the Mycenaeans and Phoenicians. 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Sidon is the Greek name (meaning 'fishery') for the ancient Phoenician port city of Sidonia (also known as Saida) in what is, today, Lebannon (located about 25 miles south of Beirut). Along with the city of Tyre, Sidon was the most powerful city-state of ancient Phoenicia and first manufactured the purple dye which made Tyre famous and was so rare and expensive that the color purple became synonymous..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenicians - Master Mariners (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Driven by their desire for trade and the acquisition of such commodities as silver from Spain, gold from Africa, and tin from the Scilly Isles, the Phoenicians sailed far and wide, even beyond the Mediterranean's traditional safe limits of the Pillars of Hercules and into the Atlantic. 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Tyre (in modern-day Lebanon) is one of the oldest cities in the world, dating back over 4,000 years, during which it has been inhabited almost continuously. It was one of the most important, and at times the dominant, city of Phoenicia, whose citizens claimed it had been founded by the great god Melqart.

The city was an ancient Phoenician port and industrial center which, in myth, is..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexander's Siege of Tyre, 332 BCE (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "After defeating Darius III at the battle of Issus in November 333 BCE, Alexander marched his army (about 35,000-40,000 strong) into Phoenicia, where he received the capitulation of Byblus and Sidon. Tyrian envoys met with Alexander whilst he was on the march, declaring their intent to honour his wishes. Causes of the Siege Alexander's request was simple: he wished to sacrifice to Heracles..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenicians - Master Mariners (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Driven by their desire for trade and the acquisition of such commodities as silver from Spain, gold from Africa, and tin from the Scilly Isles, the Phoenicians sailed far and wide, even beyond the Mediterranean's traditional safe limits of the Pillars of Hercules and into the Atlantic. 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The Battle of Issus, on 5 November 333 BCE, was Alexander the Great's second battle against the Persian army and the first direct engagement with King Darius III, near the village of Issus in southern modern-day Turkey. It was a major victory for Alexander, defeating the Achaemenid Empire and causing Darius III to flee the battlefield.

Prelude

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Pompeii was a large Roman town in Campania, Italy which was buried in volcanic ash following the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 CE. Excavated in the 19th-20th century, its excellent state of preservation gives an invaluable insight into Roman everyday life. Pompeii is perhaps the richest archaeological site in the world for the volume of data available to scholars.

Settlement in Campania

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Vesuvius in 79 CE, were covered in electoral notices and graffiti on all manner of subjects."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Erotic Fresco from the Suburban Baths, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This erotic fresco from the Suburban Baths at Pompeii depicts two women. 1st century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Erotic Fresco in the Lupanar of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Erotic fresco from the south wall of the brothel (Lupanar) of Pompeii. 1st century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco from the House of Golden Bracelet, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco depicting a relief and bust within a garden. From the House of the Golden Bracelet, Pompeii. 1st Century CE. ©Jackie and Bob Dunn www.pompeiiinpictures.com"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco of a Love Scene on the Nile (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This 1st Century CE Roman fresco portrays an erotic scene in a Nile setting. The fresco itself comes from the "House of the Ephebus" in Pompeii and it currently resides at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples in Italy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco of a Statue of Mars, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mars, the Roman god of war, is painted standing on a plinth in this fresco from Pompeii. In a typical pose, he has a spear, shield and crested helmet. (House of Venus, Pompeii)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco of Eros Punished in the Presence of Aphrodite (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco representing the punishment of Eros by Aphrodite (Venus), discovered in the House of Punished Love in Pompeii, 25 BCE, National Archaeological Museum, Naples."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco of Laocoön in the Casa del Menandro (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco depicting the Laocoön story in the Casa del Menandro, Pompeii. (Wikimedia CC BY-SA 3.0)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco of Perseus Releasing Andromeda (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fourth style fresco depicting Perseus freeing Andromeda from her chains on the rock, from the House of the Dioscuri in Pompeii, National Archaeological Museum, Naples. Andromeda, chained helplessly on the rock, a prey to pacify a sea monster sent by Poseidon to punish Cassiopeia, Andromeda's mother, who had boasted of her daughter's beauty. Perseus comes face to face with the beautiful Andromeda..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco Showing the Riot of 59 CE in the Amphitheatre of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fourth Style fresco depicting a riot that broke out in Pompeii in 59 CE during games held in the arena involving Pompeians and inhabitants of Nuceria. On the orders of Nero, this event led to the closure of the amphitheatre for ten years. The fresco was found in the house of Actius Anicetus in Pompeii. (Naples National Archaeological Museum)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco with Melpomene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco fragment depicting Melpomene, the Muse of Tragedy, from the House of Julia Felix in Pompeii, 62-79 CE. (now in Louvre Museum, Paris)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco with Urania (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco fragment depicting Urania, the Muse of Astronomy, from the House of Julia Felix in Pompeii, 62-79 CE. (now in Louvre Museum, Paris)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco with Wounded Aeneas (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco depicting Iapyx removing an arrowhead from Aeneas' thigh. Venus stands over while beside Aeneas stands his young son Ascanius. 1st century CE (between 45 and 79 CE), from Pompeii. (Naples National Archaeological Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fresco, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Fresco (c. 60 CE) from the Roman town of Pompeii depicting Terentius Neo holding a scroll and his wife who holds a stylus and writing tablet. From the Villa di Guilia Felice. The villas of Pompeii were richly decorated with wall paintings depicting all manner of subjects such as mythology, erotica, architecture, trompe-l'oeil, religious practices, sports and family portraits. National Archaeological..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Garden of the Fullonica of Stephanus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The garden area of the Fullonica of Stephanus, which had been converted to the drying area of the laundry, Pompeii."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gladiator Dagger and Greaves (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gladiator's dagger and pair of bronze greaves (leg guards) from Pompeii, decorated with reliefs of Jupiter (left) and Neptune (right), 1st century BCE. Archaeological Museum, Naples."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gladiator Graffito from Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A graffito with a gladiatorial scene on a 1st-century CE fresco from Pompeii. Naples National Archaeological Museum, Italy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Glassware from Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two glass pitchers and a bowl from Pompeii. 1st century CE. Soprintendenza Archeologica di Pompei, (photo taken at the National Maritime Museum, Sydney, Australia)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Bracelet from Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This marvelous pair of golden bracelets were probably found at Pompeii, Italy. Roman, 1st century CE. (National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, UK)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of Jupiter (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The head of a statue of Jupiter in the Temple of Jupiter, Pompeii"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "House of the Vettii, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The peristyle of the house of the Vettii, Pompeii. The villa was preserved following the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lamp with Crescent Moon Handle, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A ceramic lamp which features an image of the Egyptian god Zeus-Ammon above an eagle on the handle. Pompeii, 1st century CE. Soprintendenza Archeologica di Pompei, (National Maritime Museum, Sydney Australia)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Magistrates Wall Painting, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A wall painting from Pompeii showing a procession of magistrates all wearing their purple-edged togas, the toga praetexta. (Murecine building, 1st century CE)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Bay of Naples, 79 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the cities and towns affected by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. Date of map is 2007 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Medea Before the Infanticide (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Wall painting depicting Medea just before murdering her children. Discovered in the peristyle of the House of the Dioscuri in Pompeii. 1st century CE. Naples National Archaeological Museum, Italy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mosaic, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A mosaic from the Roman town of Pompeii, buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 CE. Such fine mosaics were a common feature of floors in the villas of the town and depicted scenes from mythology, the owner's business interests or, as here, animal scenes. (Archaeological Museum of Naples, Italy)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Narcissus Fresco, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco depicting the myth of Narcissus, in the House of Octavius Quartio at Pompeii."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Official Guides & Maps of Pompeii, Boscoreale, Oplontis and Stabiae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "These official guides and maps of Pompeii and neighbouring sites are essentials items for visiting the archaeological sites independently."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ointment Jar From Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Alabaster ointment jar from Pompeii. 1st century CE. Soprintendenza Archeologica di Pompei, (National Martime Museum, Sydney Australia). Alabaster was used frequently for ointment vessels as the stone preserved the contents."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Opus Reticulatum Wall, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A portion of Roman opus reticulatum wall in Pompeii."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pelias Recognizes Jason, Fresco from Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Pelias recognizes Jason, fresco from Pompeii, 1st century CE, Exhibition: Medea's Love and the Hunt for the Golden Fleece (2018-2019), Liebieghaus Skulpturensammlung, Frankfurt am Main"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phrixus and Helle, Mural from Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco portraying Phrixus and Helle trying to escape their bitter stepmother by crossing the sea between Europe and Asia on a flying golden ram. Phrixus and Helle, wall painting from Pompeii, 1st century CE (54 cm x 48 cm, Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli, Naples)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Plan of the Old Baths of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Plan of the Old Baths at Pompeii. Legend A — atrium B — apodyterium (room for undressing) C — frigidarium (cool bath) D — tepidarium (warm room) E — caldarium (hot bath) F — thermal chamber G — women's tepidarium H — women's apodyterium J — women's cold bath K — the servants' atrium M — chamber for fornacatores (persons in charge of the fires) a, a2, a3 — entrances to men's baths..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Plato's Academy Mosaic (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Plato's Academy, Roman mosaic from Pompeii, 1st century BCE. Museo Nazionale Archologico, Naples."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The excavated ruins of Pompeii in the foregreound with the volcano Mt. Vesuvius in the background. Along with Herculaneum, its sister city, Pompeii was destroyed and completely buried during a long catastrophic eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius spanning two days in 79 AD. The eruption buried Pompeii under 4 to 6 meters of ash and pumice, and it was lost for over 1,500 years before its accidental..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pompeii Fishing Mosaic (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This mosaic is from the "House of Menander" in Pompeii and depicts two African men fishing. The work dates to the 1st Century CE and is currently in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples in Italy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pompeii Fresco of a Woman Playing a Lyre (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This panel, once identified as a music lesson, probably depicts a scene of love, set inside a house. A woman playing a kithara (a type of lyre) sits with her lover who gazes adoringly at her. From Pompeii, in modern-day Italy. Roman period, 50-79 CE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pompeii Fresco with Lares (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco depicting two Lares (protective deities, sons of the god Mercury) pouring wine from a drinking horn (rhyton) into a bucket (situla). They stand on either side of a scene of sacrifice. The head of the family makes offerings, a musician plays while two smaller figures bring items for sacrifice, including a pig. In the panel underneath, a pair of serpents, bringers of good fortune, prosperity..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pompeii Victim, the Muleteer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A cast of the 'muleteer', a victim of the eruption of Vesuvius which completely covered Pompeii in 79 CE. The poisonous and super-heated gas cloud which struck Pompeii following the initial ash fall-out asphyxiated and baked any remaining people in the town. This victim was discovered near a skeleton of a mule under a porticoe of the Palaestra."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pompeiian House (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Facade of a house in Pompeii"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Portrait of a Man and Woman from Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This medallion comes from the center of a painted panel. The woman's hairstyle suggests a date in the reign of the Roman Emperor Augustus. From Pompeii, in modern-day Italy. Roman period, made about 20 BCE - 20 CE. Bequeathed by Sir William Temple (Painting 37). (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Priapus Fresco (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco of the god of fertility Priapus depicted weighing his very large phallus against a bag containing money. Painted on the wall of the vestibule of the House of the Vettii in Pompeii, the fresco probably symbolised the economic prosperity of the owners of the house, the Vettii brothers, who became wealthy through trade."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Priest Wearing Mask of Anubis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fresco showing a priest wearing a mask of Anubis, from the Temple of Isis in Pompeii, Naples National Archaeological Museum. The cult of Isis was widely spread in the Hellenistic period because of the religious links that the Greeks maintained with Egypt. It was particularly popular in Pompeii because of the city's strong commercial ties with that region."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reconstruction of Temple of Jupiter, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A digital reconstruction of the Temple of Jupiter in Pompeii. Built in the 2nd Century BCE, the site was caught up in the destruction caused by Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. This reconstruction depicts the temple as it may have looked when it was created. Made by NeoMam Studios and THISISRENDER in collaboration with Expedia. (Republished with permission from NeoMam and THISISRENDER, and in accordance..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reconstruction of the Villa dei Papyri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A reconstruction of the Villa dei Papyri in Herculaneum, Italy. Illustration by Rocío Espin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Recreation of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A painting of Pompeii as it probably appeared before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. By Rocío Espin. Courtesy of Ancient History Magazine / Karwansaray Publishers."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Baking Oven in Casa del Forno, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Baking oven in the Casa del Forno, Pompeii. A rare example of archaeological remains of an ancient bakery, Casa del Forno gives us a vivid picture of grinding grains, preparing the dough, and baking loaves in the Roman world."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Fresco of a Banquet Scene, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco of the Fourth Pompeian Style depicting guests at a banquet. The guests are reclining at the table, and a young slave brings in dishes. Music and singing accompany the meal. The inscription over the head of the banqueters reads FACITE VOBIS SUAVITER EGO CANTO and EST ITA VALEAS (make yourselves comfortable; I am singing; go for it!). From the House of the Triclinium in Pompeii. 1st century..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Fresco of a Love Scene on the Nile (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This fragment comes from a fresco found in the "House of the Ephebus" in Pompeii. It portrays an erotic scene on the Nile. It portrays two African men and a Greek or Roman woman. The fresco dates to the 1st Century CE and currently resides at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples in Italy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sale of Bread Fresco, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The so-called "Sale of Bread" fresco from the House of the Baker or Casa del Forno (c. 79 CE) in Pompeii, Italy. The fresco is misleadingly titled because it actually depicts the distribution of bread by a political candidate or politician, rather than the sale of bread by a baker or vendor."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Samovar, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A samovar was used to serve warm liquids. Charcoal in the hollow centre of the vessel heated the water within the double wall. The liquid then came out of a tap decorated as a head of an eastern barbarian. Three suspension terminals feature a siren or harpy. These were for a chain so the vessel could be carried. From Pompeii. 1st century CE. Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli, (photo taken..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Saturn (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman agricultural god Saturn, with his head protected by a winter cloak and holding his familiar scythe, fresco from the House of the Dioscuri at Pompeii. Naples Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sex in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This Roman fresco shows the act of making love. It was found in the bedroom (cubiculum) of the Casa del Centenario (IX 8,3) in Pompeii. 1st Century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stabian Baths, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Colonnades of the Stabian Baths at Pompeii, the Roman town buried in volcanic ash following the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE. The building was first constructed in the 4th century BCE and modified in the 2nd century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Strong Box From Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An arca was a lockable strongbox for storing money and other valuables. Often placed in the atrium, the public area of the house, as a display of wealth and power. This one is decorated with a worshipper offering a sacrifice at an altar to the cult statue of a god. From Pompeii. 1st century CE. Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli, (photo taken at the National Maritime Museum, Sydney, Australia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Apollo, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Apollo in Pompeii, looking north towards the altar, podium and cella. Etruscan bucchero were found in the area of the temple testifying the existence of the cult of Apollo in Pompeii as early as the 5th century BCE. The ground plan of the temple we see today dates from the 2nd century BCE. It was frequently remodelled up until its final restoration after the earthquake of 62 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The House of Menander in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The House of Menander in Pompeii owes its name to a painting of the Greek playwright Menander placed in the portico. The house, extending over 2,000 square metres, was owned by Quintus Poppaeus, possibly a relative of Poppea Sabina, the second wife of Emperor Nero. The walls were richly decorated with Fourth Style frescoes depicting scenes from the Iliad and the Odyssey as well as Nilotic and marine..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The "Banquet of the Pygmies" (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This 1st Century CE fresco is part of a cycle in the "House of the Physician" in Pompeii portrays pygmies living along the Nile. This scene depicts a banquet accompanied by music and sex acts. The fresco currently resides in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples and has been dubbed the "Banquet of the Pygmies"."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Alexander Mosaic (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Alexander Mosaic, dating from circa 100 BCE, depicts the Battle of Issus (333 BCE) between Alexander the Great and Darius III of Persia. The mosaic adorned one of the exedras on the north side of the peristyle of the House of the Faun in Pompeii. The original is preserved in the Naples National Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Amphitheatre of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The amphitheatre of Pompeii was used for gladiatorial combat and is the oldest one of its kind in existence. Built 150 years before the Colosseum in 70 BCE, it could hold up to 20,000 spectators not only from Pompeii but also from neighbouring towns."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Atrium of the House of the Faun in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the large atrium of the House of the Faun in Pompeii with a central impluvium (rainwater basin) and the bronze statue of the Dancing Faun. On either side of the atrium are cubicula (bedrooms) while at the rear is the tablinum (study room) with the famous Alexander Mosaic. The House of the Faun is one of the most famous and visited houses in Pompeii."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Bakery of Popidius Priscus in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bread in Pompeii was produced daily in local bakeries. The Bakery (pistrinum) of Popidius Priscus contains four large millstones made from porous lava, traces of a stable, four storage rooms and a large oven which was used for baking the bread. This bakery had no adjoining shop, so the bread was probably sold on to other shops or to street vendors, called libani."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Basilica of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Basilica of Pompeii stands near the west corner of the Forum and is the oldest and most important public building in the town. Covering an area of 1,500 square metres, it was built around 130-120 BCE and is one of the oldest examples of this type of building in the entire Roman world."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Excavation of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Filippo Palizzi (1818-1899) was an Italian painter of the Verismo style. This romantic painting shows what the excavation of Pompeii in the 19th century may have looked like."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Forum Baths in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Forum Baths in Pompeii were established in 80 BCE and were the only baths still in use after the earthquake of 62 CE. The walls are beautifully decorated with frescoes of garden scenes, and the vault ceilings are embellished with stucco friezes."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Frescoes of the Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Villa of the Mysteries in Pompeii owes its fame to the exquisite wall paintings that cover the walls of one of its reception rooms. A mysterious scene with life-size figures in the Second Pompeian Style seems to depict the initiation rite of a young girl into the Dionysian mysteries. Female figures, as well as fauns and maenads, are seen on the sidewalls engaged in various ritual activities..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Fullonica of Stephanus in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Follonica of Stephanus (also called Fullery of Stephanus) is one of the most important and complete laundries found in Pompeii where manufactured cloth was washed and stain removed. Stephanus' laundry was built just after the earthquake of 62 CE, transforming a private house into a modern factory. At the centre of the atrium of the ancient domus, the impluvium was converted into a tub for washing..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Gladiators Barracks in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The quadrangular portico located behind the stage of the Large Theatre of Pompeii was originally designed as a space for the audience to stroll in during the intervals of the theatre shows. After the earthquake of 62 CE, the building changed its function and was turned into barracks for the gladiators who were accommodated in the cells arranged along the sides of the quadriporticus. Helmets and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The House of Marcus Lucretius in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the raised garden of the House of Marcus Lucretius in Pompeii. The garden features an elegant fountain supplied by a jet of water that gushed from a statue of Silenus. The house is named after a small painting in which writing instruments are represented, including a letter addressed to Marcus Lucretius, decurion of Pompeii and priest of Mars."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The House of the Prince of Naples in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The House of the Prince of Naples in Pompeii is located on the west side of the Vicolo dei Vettii in Regio VI. The atrium of the domus has an impluvium and a marble table with richly carved supports. The walls of all the rooms are decorated in the Fourth Pompeian Style with life-size images of Bacchus and Venus painted on the walls of the summer triclinium."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Large Palaestra of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Large Palaestra of Pompeii (also known as the Great Gymnasium) is of a large open air square, approximately 140 x 140 m, surrounded by porticoes. Built in the Augustan period, at the beginning of the 1st century CE, as a space to practise gymnastics and athletics."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Large Theatre of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Large Theatre of Pompeii was built in the 2nd century BCE in the Greek type and carved into the natural slope of the hill. During the reign of Augustus, the theatre was significantly restored and enlarged according to the Roman style. Further restorations were undertaken after the earthquake of 62 CE. The Large Theatre of Pompeii could accommodate 5,000 people."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Lupanar, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Lupanar brothel in Pompeii."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Odeon of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Odeon in Pompeii was a small roofed theatre used for musical and singing performances as well as for miming, the most popular theatrical genre at the time. 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(Naples National Archaeological Museum) Iphigenia is dragged to the altar as a sacrificial offering to Artemis. On either side stand her father, King Agamemnon, and her grieving mother Clytemnestra. The scene above shows Artemis and one of her Nymphs bringing a stag to sacrifice..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The School of Gladiators in Pompeii after Restoration (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The School of Gladiators (Schola Armaturarum) in Pompeii was probably the headquarters of a military association of gladiators, a place used for meetings and social gatherings. The building suffered heavy damage from bombing during World War II and caused outcry when it collapsed in November 2010 following heavy rainfall. The restoration interventions began in 2016 and the building reopened to..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Streets of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The streets of Pompeii were paved during Roman times with large polygonal blocks of stone. The stepping stones kept Romans' feet dry and out of the rainwater, slops, and animal waste that would have filled the streets of Pompeii."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Temple of Isis in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Isis in Pompeii dates from the 2nd century BCE and was dedicated to the Egyptian goddess Isis whose cult was widespread throughout the Roman Empire. It was totally rebuilt after the earthquake of 62 CE at the expense of the freedman Numerius Popidius Ampliatus in the name of his six-year-old son Celsinus. The temple, situated in the centre of a porticoed courtyard, stands on a raised..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Temple of Jupiter in the Forum of Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Jupiter dominates the north side of the Forum of Pompeii, with Mount Vesuvius looming behind it. After the town became a Roman colony in 80 BCE, the temple became a Capitolium, a temple dedicated to the capitoline triad (Jupiter, Juno and Minerva)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Thermopolium of Vetutius Placidus in Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The thermopolium (cook-shop) of Vetutius Placidus in Pompeii. Thermapolia were bars which served hot food and drinks. The 'L' shaped masonry counter has large storage jars which were used to hold food. On the rear wall of the bar is a painted lararium with a scene depicting the Genius of the household (lares) performing a sacrifice over a small altar with Mercury (left) and Bacchus (right)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Wolf Den by Elodie Harper (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Cover of The Wolf Den by Elodie Harper."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre, Pompeii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of the Roman town of Pompeii was built in the 2nd century BCE and it was extensively renovated c. 79 BCE and repaired following the earthquake of 62 CE. 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(Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=51UA1T89MzU Alexander Mosaic, c.100 B.C.E., copy (Pompeii) of a lost Greek painting, c. 315 B.C.E., Archaeological Museum, Naples Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Roman Games, Sports and Spectacles (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The people of ancient Rome loved spectacles and, lucky for them, they could often be entertained by lavish public shows. The emperors of Rome knew of their people's love of spectacle so a way that they could garner popularity and prestige during their reign was to put on great shows in their purpose-built arenas and venues. These venues would host any number of events from chariot races and gladiator..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fullers of Ancient Rome (The Clothes Cleaners of Rome) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that the laundromats of ancient Rome used urine as a detergent? This video is all about the fullers of ancient Rome and how the Romans got their clothes cleaned. The fullers of ancient Rome were launderers who washed the clothes of the city and also finished processing fabric later made into clothing, blankets, or other necessary items. They were looked down upon for their use of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fullonica of Stephanus, Pompeii (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "3D virtual reconstruction of the fullonica of Stephanus, Pompeii."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Elodie Harper, Author of The Wolf Den (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Sold by her mother. Enslaved in Pompeii's brothel. Determined to survive. Her name is Amara. Welcome to the Wolf Den... Amara was once a beloved daughter, until her father's death plunged her family into penury. Now she is a slave in Pompeii's infamous brothel, owned by a man she despises. Sharp, clever and resourceful, Amara is forced to hide her talents. For now, her only value lies in the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Keffie Feldman describing her experiences with Pompeii (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Keffie says, "I have a Ph.D. in Archaeology and am currently on the faculty in the Classics Department at UMass Amherst. As an archaeologist in the field for over 10 years, I have worked at sites in Italy, Israel, Turkey, and Jordan. In addition to my academic focus, I am interested in bringing the past alive to a more general public. For 2 years, I lived in Rome and worked as a tour guide, and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Alexander Mosaic (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Alexander Mosaic, dating from circa 100 BCE, depicts the Battle of Issus (333 BCE) between Alexander the Great and Darius III of Persia. It is one of the most spectacular and recognisable depictions of Alexander the Great and Darius III. This video explores the messages and details in this mosaic. The mosaic was originally found in the House of the Faun in Pompeii. The original is preserved..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Destruction of Ancient Pompeii (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Pompeii was a Roman city in the region of Campania. In 79 CE, the city and surrounding areas were completely covered in ash by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. 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Babylon is the most famous city from ancient Mesopotamia, whose ruins lie in modern-day Hillah, Iraq, 59 miles (94 km) southwest of Baghdad. The name is derived from bav-il or bav-ilim, which in Akkadian meant "Gate of God" (or "Gate of the Gods"), given as Babylon in Greek. In its time, it was a great cultural and religious center and, at its height, the largest city in the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "12 Great Cities of Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The great cities of Mesopotamia ("the land between two rivers") developed prior to the late 4th millennium BCE along two rivers – the Tigris and Euphrates – and were fully established by the Early Dynastic period (circa 2900 to circa 2350/2334 BCE). Many of these cities became famous in their own time, and among these are the twelve below. The dates of their approximate founding follow the names..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agriculture in the Fertile Crescent & Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient Near East, and the historical region of the Fertile Crescent in particular, is generally seen as the birthplace of agriculture. The first agricultural evidence comes from the Levant, from where it spread to Mesopotamia, enabling the rise of large-scale cities and empires in the region. 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These fairly small items may be seen today in museum exhibits around the world, but, perhaps owing to their size, they are not given the kind of consideration by the general public that larger and more commanding artifacts, such as reliefs or statuary, enjoy. The cylinder seal, however, was..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Daily Life in Ancient Mesopotamia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Daily life in ancient Mesopotamia cannot be described in the same way one would describe life in ancient Rome or Greece. Mesopotamia was never a single, unified civilization, not even under the Akkadian Empire of Sargon of Akkad (the Great, reign 2334-2279 BCE). The region was comprised of many ethnicities and kingdoms that differed significantly from each other. Generally speaking, though, from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Enuma Elish - The Babylonian Epic of Creation - Full Text (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Enuma Elish (also known as The Seven Tablets of Creation) is the Babylonian creation myth whose title is derived from the opening lines of the piece, "When on High". The myth tells the story of the great god Marduk's victory over the forces of chaos and his establishment of order at the creation of the world. 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The Mesopotamian family unit is described by modern-day scholars as the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Hymn to Ninkasi, Goddess of Beer (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hymn to Ninkasi is at once a song of praise to Ninkasi, the Sumerian goddess of beer, and an ancient recipe for brewing (though this claim has been challenged). Written down circa 1800 BCE, the hymn is no doubt much older, as evidenced by the techniques it details, which scholars have determined were actually in use long before the hymn was written. Scholar Paul Kriwaczek states that the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Marduk Prophecy (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Marduk Prophecy is an Assyrian document dating to between 713 and 612 BCE found in a building known as The House of the Exorcist, adjacent to a temple in the city of Ashur. It relates the travels of the statue of the Babylonian god Marduk from his home city to the lands of the Hittites, Assyrians, and Elamites, and prophesies its return at the hands of a strong Babylonian king. The original..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Mesopotamian Pantheon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The gods of the Mesopotamian region were not uniform in name, power, provenance or status in the hierarchy. Mesopotamian culture varied from region to region and, because of this, Marduk should not be regarded as King of the Gods in the same way Zeus ruled in Greece. While Marduk was venerated highly in Babylon, Enlil held that place in Sumer. It should also be noted that the English word demon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Mutual Destruction of Sennacherib & Babylon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The reign of Assyrian king Sennacherib (705-681 BCE) was chiefly characterized by his difficulties with Babylon. Throughout the history of the Assyrian Empire, Babylon had caused problems and had even been destroyed by the Assyrian king Tukulti-Ninurta I in c. 1225 BCE. Even so, there were direct cultural bonds between Babylon and Ashur, capital of the Assyrian Empire, and the city was always re-built..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Myth of Adapa (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Myth of Adapa (also known as Adapa and the Food of Life) is the Mesopotamian story of the Fall of Man in that it explains why human beings are mortal. The god of wisdom, Ea, creates the first man, Adapa, and endows him with great intelligence and wisdom but not with immortality, and when immortality is offered Adapa by the great god Anu, Ea tricks Adapa into refusing the gift. Though it is..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Visiting the Ancient City of Babylon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "We had a 4-day national holiday. Meaning what? No clinic and no hospital! I said to myself, “It's been a long time since I have visited Babylonia.” I drove my car for about 11 hours, continuously. Finally, I was there. I went to my uncle's house, which lies about a quarter of an hour from the ancient city of Babylon. The ancient city lies within the modern-day city of Hillah, the center of Babel..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Stamped Brick of Nebuchadnezzar II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A hollow brick with a stamped inscription of the Neo-Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar II. From Babylon (modern Babel Governorate), Mesopotamia, Iraq. 604-562 BCE. (The Pergamon Museum, Berlin)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "An Auroch from the processional street at Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This auroch was made of glazed terracotta bricks and once decorated part of the processional street at Babylon. From Babylon, Mesopotamia, Iraq. Reign of King Nebuchadnezzar II, 604-562 BCE. (Istanbul Archeological Museums/Ancient Orient Museum, Istanbul, Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Mesopotamia from Cities to Empires (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The long-term development of Mesopotamia traces one of the earliest and most influential trajectories in world history, spanning from small Stone Age settlements (c. 10,000 BCE) to the political and cultural upheavals of the Late Bronze Age collapse (c. 1200 BCE). In this region between the Tigris and Euphrates, environmental opportunity and human adaptation combined to produce transformative breakthroughs..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Syro-Mesopotamia ca. 1764 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the political situation in Syro-Mesopotamia c. 1764 BCE. During this time, the Amorite Kings, Hammurabi of Babylon and Zimri-Lim of Mari were engaged in near-constant warfare with surrounding polities, many of whom were also predominantly Amorite. The two kings crushed powers like Eshnunna and fought back the Elamites. In 1761 BCE, Babylon is known to have taken control of Mari and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Auroch at the Processional Way of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is an Auroch (or bull), the symbol of the god Adad, at the processional way (or street) of the ancient city of Babylon, in modern-day Iraq. Neo-Babylonian period, reign of Nebuchadnezzar II, 6th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aurochs from Ishtar gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Aurochs from Ishtar Gate at Babylon, constructed in about 575 BCE by order of King Nebuchadnezzar II. On display in Istanbul Archaeology Museum in Istanbul, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of Hammurabi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A locator map of Hammurabi's Babylonia, showing the Babylonian territory upon his ascension in 1792 BC and upon his death in 1750 BC. The river courses and coastline are those of that time period — in general, they are not the modern rivers or coastlines. This is a Mercator projection, with north in its usual position. There is some question to what degree the cities of Nineveh, Tuttul, and Assur..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon at the time of the Kassites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Babylonian Empire during the time of the Kassites, roughly the 13th century BC. This map shows the probable river courses and coastline at that time."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylonian Cobblestones (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A close-up view of the original cobblestones of the Processional Street at Babylon. Note the black bitumen!"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylonian Lion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A pacing, roaring lion, once part of King Nebuchadnezzar II’s throne room in his palace in the ancient city of Babylon. These roaring lions emphasized the power and might of the Babylonian king. Babylon, Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq, Neo-Babylonian era, reign of King Nebuchadnezzar II, 605-562 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylonian Map of the World (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Babylonian, about 700-500 BCE Probably from Sippar, southern Iraq A unique ancient map of the Mesopotamian world This tablet contains both a cuneiform inscription and a unique map of the Mesopotamian world. Babylon is shown in the centre (the rectangle in the top half of the circle), and Assyria, Elam and other places are also named. The central area is ringed by a circular waterway labelled..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylonian Palace Scene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of a scene in a Babylonian palace. The illustration takes inspiration from the Ishtar Gate as well as the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Created by Amplitude Studios for the video game Humankind."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylonian Tablet Mentioning Coin Payments (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This tablet records the exact coins required for transaction in Babylon. Because coins could circulate for many years, freshly minted coins were less worn and had a better silver weight. The tablet specifies the "staters of Seleucus with the elephant", suggesting that these are the type of coins needed for the payment. Examples of these coins can be seen here: http://www.ancient.eu/image/5872/..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Clay Cover of the Tablet of Shamash (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a fired clay cover of the sun god (Shamash) tablet. Its purpose was to protect the obverse side (face) of the tablet. It has retained the impression of the carved panel of the tablet. The Babylonian king Nabu-apla-iddina (reigned 888-855 BCE) made this cover and the tablet was buried. The Babylonian king Nabopolassar (reigned 626-605 BCE) found the tablet, and in order to open the tablet..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cuneiform Writing (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A relief of cuneiform writing from Assyria. Exhibited in the British Museum London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cylinder of Ashurbanipal II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Clay cylinder of the Assyrian king Ashurbanipal II (reigned 668-626 BCE). The cuneiform inscriptions on this cylinder talk about Nemitti-Ellil (or Nemet-Enlil) and the inner wall of Babylon's double city walls. From Iraq. The Vorderasiatisches Museum, Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cylinder of Warad-Sin of Larsa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An inscribed clay cylinder of Warad-Sin, ruler of Larsa. From Babylon (modern Babel Governorate, Iraq). 1834-1823 BCE. (The Pergamon Museum, Berlin)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cyrus Cylinder (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Cyrus Cylinder, dating from 539 BC. This document is a propaganda one of Cyrus II in order to show his legitimacy to rule in Babylonia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of the Ishtar Gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of the Ishtar-Gate : a lion, symbol of the goddess Ishtar."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dragon from the Ishtar Gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail from the Ishtar Gate of Babylon, built in 6th century BCE by king Nebuchadnezzar II; part of the Gate is now reconstructed in Pergamon Museum in Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dragon of the Ishtar Gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Babylonian mušḫuššu dragon, glazed tiles from the Ishtar Gate, which was constructed by Nebuchadnezzar II, c. 575 BCE. Istanbul Archaeological Museums."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "E-sagil Tablet & Building the Tower of Babel (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This tablet states the dimensions of each of the seven levels of Etemenanki, the ziggurat of Marduk at Babylon. This building is the Tower of Babel in the Book of Genesis. From Babylon, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Circa 600-400 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Facade of the Temple of Ninmah at Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The facade of Ninmah (Ninhursag, Damgalnuna) Temple at the ancient city of Babylon, Iraq, reing of Nebuchadnezzar II, 6th century BCE. Ninmah was a mother goddess in ancient Mesopotamia. Most of the walls were reconstructed during the 1980s CE by Saddam Hussein, former president of Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Glazed Pottery Bottle from Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The bottle is completely intact and has a rough glaze. From Babylon, Mesopotamia, Iraq. Neo-Babylonian period, 626-539 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Great Gate of Ishtar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a reconstruction of the Great Gate of Ishtar that stood at the entrance to the ancient city of Babylon. The Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar II (r. 605/604-562 BCE) ordered the gate to be constructed in c. 575 BCE and it features lions, young bulls (aurochs), and dragons (sirrush) against a vibrant cobalt blue glazed background. The reconstruction is at the Pergamon Museum in Berlin, Germany..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hanging Gardens (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of enormous hanging gardens in a Mesopotamian inspired city. From the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hanging Gardens of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A representation of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the fabled gardens which possibly adorned the capital of the Neo-Babylonian Empire, built by its greatest king Nebuchadnezzar II (r. 605-562 BCE). A 16th century CE engraving by Dutch artist Martin Heemskerck."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hanging Gardens of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A representation of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the fabled gardens which possibly adorned the capital of the Neo-Babylonian Empire, built by its greatest king Nebuchadnezzar II (r. 605-562 BCE). By Ferdinand Knab, 1886 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Reconstructed (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hanging Gardens of Babylon were said to have been built between between 605-562 BCE by King Nebuchadnezzar II as a gift to his wife. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are on the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This gif is a modern reconstruction of what the hanging gardens may have looked like in antiquity."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ishtar Gate (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of Ishtar Gate as it may have appeared around the time it was constructed in Babylon c. 575 BCE. From the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "King Ashurbanipal (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "King Ashurbanipal (668-627 BCE) of the Neo-Assyrian Empire depicted in the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kudurru from Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This kudurru (boundary stone) is a document which records the purchase of land by Marduk-nasir, a royal officer. The name of the stone was "The Establisher of the Boundary for Ever". It was carved just to the right of the figure, which represents the Babylonian king. Middle Babylonian Period, reign of Marduk-nadin-ahhe, 1099-1082 BCE. From Babylon, Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (The British Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon [Detail] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of glazed tiles depicting a lion, from the gates of ancient Babylon (modern-day Iraq). The lion is the symbol of Babylon, and represents Ishtar, the goddess of fertility, love and war. Meant not only to symbolise Babylon, but to instill fear in enemies, it seems fitting that a single stone lion, albeit poorly preserved, is the only true remainder of Babylon that stands in Iraq today..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon Statue (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Lion of Babylon statue. Basalt. Neo-Babylonian period, reign of king Nebuchadnezzar, 605-562 BCE. Babylon, modern Babel Governorate, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon Statue, Babylonia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In June/July 2013 CE, an archaeological team started a mission to reconstruct the lion of Babylon statue and its surrounding. The platform of the statue has been reconstructed with cement. The lion itself was untouched."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon Statue, Overview (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "General view of the Lion of Babylon statue. The surrounding area and the pedestal underwent a renovation work recently. The statue itself underwent no changes. The work has been completed by now and the ribbon has been removed, thereafter. The palace of Saddam Hussein, which was built on an artificial mound, appears behind the statue."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion of Babylon, Ishtar Gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail of a lion found along the processional way from Ishtar Gate into the city of Babylon. The Ishtar Gate was constructed around 575 BCE by King Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon, made of fired bricks and decorated with animals made in glazed bricks."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion's Head from the Processional Street, Babylonia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A close-up view of a lion's head work relief which decorates the processional street (from Marduk temple to the Ishtar Gate and Akitu Temple). It was made of glazed terracotta bricks. Reign of Nebuchadnezzar II, 604-562 BCE, Babylon, Mesopotamia, Iraq. Housed by the Istanbul Archeological Museum, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East, c. 1300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East c. 1300 BCE, showing the period of Great Powers, with the six large kingdoms and empires (the Hittites, the Mycenaean Civilization, Assyria, Babylonia, Elam and the New Kingdom of Egypt) co-existing in relative stability. This is the period of diplomacy with has produced the Amarna Letters and the Treaty of Kadesh, the first recorded peace treaty in history..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Mesopotamia, c. 1400 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a map of Mesopotamia showing the dominant kingdoms of Egypt, Mitanni, Hatti, and Kassite Babylonia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The area which formed Sumer started at the Persian Gulf and reached north to the 'neck' of Mesopotamia where the two rivers, the Tigris and the Euphrates meander much closer to each other. To the east loomed the Zagros Mountains, where scattered city states thrived on trade and learning from Sumer, and to the west was the vast expanse of the Arabian desert. The rivers have changed course considerably..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Sumer and Elam (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map with the locations of the main cities of Sumer and Elam."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Ancient Near East after Hammurabi, c. 1700 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "By c. 1700 BCE, the political landscape of the Ancient Near East had been reshaped by the rapid rise and fragmentation of two unusually large territorial states. Shamshi-Adad I created a realm stretching across much of Upper Mesopotamia, linking centers such as Assur, Šubat-Enlil, Ekallatum, and Mari, but it fragmented soon after his death around 1776 BCE. A generation later, Hammurabi of Babylon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the ancient Near East during the Amarna Period (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the ancient Near East during the Amarna Period, showing the great powers of the period: Egypt (green), Hatti (yellow), the Kassite kingdom of Babylon (purple), Assyria (grey), and Mittani (red). Lighter areas show direct control, darker areas represent spheres of influence. The extent of the Achaean/Mycenaean civilization is shown in orange."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Late Bronze Age Collapse and Transfromation (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Late Bronze Age Collapse and Transformation (c. 1250–1100 BCE) was a period of major political, economic, and social disruption across the Aegean, Eastern Mediterranean, Anatolia, and Mesopotamia. Highly interconnected palace-based states, dependent on centralized administration, agricultural surplus, and long-distance exchange, proved vulnerable as these systems weakened. The Mycenaean palatial..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the World from Sippar, Mesopotamia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This tablet contains both a cuneiform inscription and a unique map of the Mesopotamian world. Babylon is shown in the center (the rectangle in the top half of the circle), and Assyria, Elam and other places are also named. The central area is ringed by a circular waterway labelled 'Salt-Sea'. The outer rim of the sea is surrounded by what were probably originally eight regions, each indicated by..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesopotamian Tablet Describing the Walls of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay tablet fragment gives detailed measurements for the inner city wall called Imgur-Enlil at the start of Nebuchadnezzar II's reign. It names landmarks including Zababa and Urash gates. Modern surveys show that the figures are realistic. The record is probably a survey conducted for the royal building program. From Sippar or Babylon, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Reign of Nebuchadnezzar, 605-562..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Model of the Ishtar Gate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A model of the Ishtar Gate built in c. 575 BCE by Nebuchadnezzar II in Babylon, displayed at the Pergamon Museum in Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mušḫuššu at the Processional Way of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a mušḫuššu (or dragon), the symbol of the god Marduk, at the processional way (or street) of the ancient city of Babylon, in modern-day Iraq. Neo-Babylonian period, reign of Nebuchadnezzar II, 6th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mycenean Greece and the Orient about 1450 BC. Inset: Reference Map of the Nile Delta."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nabonidus Chronicle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The fall of a dynasty! Nabonidus' faults and absence were recorded alongside events of his reign. By the autumn of 539 BCE,, Babylon has surrendered to the army of king Cyrus to become part of the growing Achaemenid Empire. From Babylon, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Circa 530-400 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nebuchadnezzar II (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "King Nebuchadnezzar II (r. 605/604-562 BCE) of Babylon depicted in Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nebuchadnezzar King of Justice (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This clay tablet cuneiform inscriptions read "Nebuchadnezzar King of Justice". Once in power, Nebuchadnezzar was presented as a typical Babylonian monarch: wise, pious, just, and strong. Tests such as this clay tablet extol his greatness as a man and ruler. From Babylon, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Neo-Babylonian Period, reign of king Nebuchadnezzar, 605-562 BCE. (The British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ninmah Temple (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ninmah Temple appears behind ruins of a low-lying flat building (which is thought to represent an altar). Modern reconstruction, Babylon."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Part of the Processional Way at Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is part of the processional way (or street) at the ancient city of Babylon, in modern-day Iraq. The reliefs of aurochs (bulls) and mušḫuššus (dragons) are originals, as are the flanking walls. Neo-Babylonian period, reign of Nebuchadnezzar II, 6th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Plan of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This finely made clay map of Babylon shows the Tuba area in Babylon, two gateways, a section of the city inner wall, and a gateway fed by the Rover Euphrates. The reverse side of the tablet gives accurate measurements for the city walls. Probably from Babylon, Southern Mesopotamia, Iraq. Circa 600-500 BCE. (The British Museum, Iraq)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Processional Street, Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Reign of King Nebuchadnezzar II, neo-Babylonian era, 605–562 BCE. Ancient Babylon (modern Babel governorate), Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queen of the Night, Old Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Queen of the Night, a large plaque made of baked straw-tempered clay, modelled in high relief. From southern Iraq, Old Babylonian period, 1800-1750 BCE. The figure of the curvaceous naked woman was originally painted red. She wears the horned headdress characteristic of a Mesopotamian deity and holds a rod and ring of justice, symbols of her divinity. Her long multi-coloured wings hang downwards..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of the North Palace of Nebuchadnezzar II, Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Reign of king Nebuchadnezzar II, neo-Babylonian era, 605–562 BCE. Ancient Babylon (modern Babel governorate), Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Secret Babylonian Numbers (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A compendium of ancient signs united the knowledge of generations of scholars. It includes pictographic symbols from around 3000 BCE and a secret number for each sign, for encoding texts. Circa 450 BCE. Clay tablet. From Babylon, Mesopotamia, modern-day Iraq. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Semiramis and Nebuchadnezzar Build the Gardens of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Nebuchadnezzar Ordering the Construction of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to Please his Consort Amyitis (Nebuchadnezzar and Sémiramis) by Rene-Antoine Houasse, 1676 CE, Palace of Versailles."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Semiramis Receiving Word of the Revolt of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Semiramis Receiving Word of the Revolt of Babylon by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri), 1624 CE, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sirrush Discovery (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the floor adjacent to a wall at the Processional Way was removed and a Sirrush (Mušḫuššu) was uncovered. During the 1980s, former president Saddam Hussein ordered the renovation and reconstruction of the ancient city of Babylon. Workers who participated in this campaign said that almost 5 meters of the original walls and foundations were buried! Exclusive photo."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stamped Brick From Borsippa (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A stamped mud-brick with a cuneiform inscription. From the ziggurat and temple of God of Nabu Borsippa, Babel Governorate, Iraq. The temple and ziggurat were destroyed in 484 BCE during the suppression of a revolt against the Achaemenid king Xerxes."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stamped Mud Brick, Babylonia, Mesopotamia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a stamped mud brick with cuneiform inscriptions, which lies within a building's wall in ancient Babylonia (modern Babylon governorate), Mesopotamia, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stamped Mud-Brick from Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A close-up view of a partially broken stamped mud-brick. I found the brick on the earth! Babylon, modern-day Bebel Governorate, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stele of King Nabonidus, a close-up view (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "It narrates the various religious activities of king Nabonidus and contains the harassment of enemies to the city of Babylon and nearby cities and the renovation of these cities by him as well as homage paid to Gods welling in them. The stele was made of granite. Reign of Nabonidus, Neo-Babylonian era, 555-539 BCE, Babylon, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (Istanbul Archeological Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone Monument of Esarhaddon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Irregular rectangular-sided monument recording Esarhaddon's restoration of Babylon; possibly black basalt; carved symbols on the upper surface. Height 8.5 inches. The stone is not local to Mesopotamia. The irregular shape of the object suggests that it was cut from a naturally rounded piece of stone. The inscription is incomplete. Neo-Assyrian era, c. 670 BCE, Mesopotamia, Iraq. (The British..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone tablet of Nabu-apla-iddina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This stone tablet records the restoration of certain lands by the Babylonian king Nabu-apla-iddina to a priest. On the top of the stone are 13 symbols of the gods designed to protect the legal statement. Both the king, wearing the typical Babylonian royal hat, and the priest, who has a hand raised in salute, are shown on the obverse with labels identifying them. The cuneiform text dates the deed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tablet Describing the Akitu Festival (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fragment of a Babylonian clay tablet, with 16 lines of inscription describing rites in Babylon relating to the Akitu festival. Fragment of the right half, copy of a text containing regulations for making offerings. From the Library of Ashurbanipal. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ancient City of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a general view of the ruins of the ancient city of Babylon, in modern-day Babel Governorate, Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Babylonian King Nabonidus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a detail of a Babylonian basalt stele. Here the figure of the king, Nabonidus was carved in relief on the obverse side of the stele. The king stands and wears a conical headdress as well as a long fringed garment. The right hand is raised and holds an unidentified small conical object while the left hand grasps a long ringed staff; the staff appears to support something, which is now damaged..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Inner walls of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This wall is part of a large and long wall at the ancient city of Babylon, in modern-day Iraq. The walls lie before the so-called Southern Palace of Nebuchadnezzar II. Neo-Babylonian period, reign of Nebuchadnezzar II, 6th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Oriental Empires (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map showing the Median, Lydian, Chaldean, and Egyptian empires around 600 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Processional Way in Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Once you enter the ancient city of Babylon, you will face this. This is the beginning of the Processional Way. The street is surrounded by a fence. The original tiles are still in their places and are covered with bitumen."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Processional Way of Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is part of the processional way (or street) at the ancient city of Babylon, in modern-day Iraq. The way and its tiles are original but the flanking buildings are modern ones (which were built in the 1980s CE by Saddam Hussein, former president of Iraq). Neo-Babylonian period, reign of Nebuchadnezzar II, 6th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Royal Game of Ur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Royal Game of Ur, as exhibited in the British Museum, London. Early Dynastic III, about 2600 BC. Game boards of this type were found in at least six royal graves at Ur. They are made of wood, inlaid with carnelian, shell, and lapis lazuli (which was the most precious mineral at the time). This game was played all across the Ancient Near East for about 3000 years."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World represent the pinnacle of human creativity, ambition, and engineering skill in classical antiquity. Compiled by Greek scholars during the Hellenistic period (c. 3rd century BCE), the list celebrated remarkable architectural and artistic achievements across the Mediterranean and Near East. Each wonder reflected the cultural ideals and technological mastery of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Sun God Tablet or the Tablet of Shamash from Sippar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Sun God tablet from the Temple of Shamash at Sippar, Southern Mesopotamia modern-day Iraq, Middle Babylonian Period, 860-850 BCE. The upper part of the tablet has a carved panel. Nabu-nadin-shum (a priest) and the goddess Aa lead Nabu-apla-iddina (king of Babylon, r. 888-855 BCE) to a shrine. Within the shrine (Ebabbara), the Sun God, wearing a horned headdress, sits on a stool and holds..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Temple of Ninmah at Babylon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is the interior of the Ninmah (Ninhursag, Damgalnuna) Temple at the ancient city of Babylon, Iraq, reing of Nebuchadnezzar II, 6th century BCE. Ninmah was a mother goddess in ancient Mesopotamia. Most of the walls were reconstructed during the 1980s CE by Saddam Hussein, former president of Iraq."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Tower of Babel (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Construction of the Tower of Babel by Pieter Bruegel the Elder. The painting is on display in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "82nd & Fifth: Babylonian Lions (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "http://82nd-and-fifth.metmuseum.org/bricks Explore this object: http://82nd-and-fifth.metmuseum.org/two-panels-with-striding-lions-babylonian-31.13.1-.2 "It always had this possibility to come alive in a very real sense." 82nd & Fifth invites 100 curators from across the Museum to talk about 100 works of art that changed the way they see the world. iPad App available in English, Arabic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Day in the Life of an Ancient Babylonian Business Mogul (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Follow Beltani, a Babylonian priestess and businesswoman, as she investigates who is undermining her barley fields and tavern. — It's 1762 BCE. As dawn breaks in the Babylonian city of Sippar, Beltani— a priestess and businesswoman— receives an urgent visit from her brother. He makes a troubling accusation: her tavern keeper has been undermining the business Beltani relies on in her old age..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A new beginning for the Middle East: The Cyrus Cylinder and Ancient Persia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Cyrus Cylinder is one of the most famous objects to have survived from the ancient world. It was inscribed in Babylonian cuneiform on the orders of Persian King Cyrus the Great (559-530 BC) after he captured Babylon in 539 BC. The cylinder is often referred to as the first bill of human rights as it appears to encourage freedom of worship throughout the Persian Empire and to allow deported..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "An Ancient Board Game - Irving Finkel (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Irving Finkel has possibly the coolest job in the world – he’s curator of cuneiform at the British Museum! Since 1979 he’s been trawling the Museum’s 130,000 clay tablets for clues about life in ancient Mesopotamia. In this film, he tells us about a particular tablet he found that contains the rules of a board game – a board game that he’s been obsessed with since childhood! We’re getting..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylon (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Babylon reconstruction made for the Mesopotamia exhibition of the Royal Ontario Museum & British Museum at ROM, Toronto. More details at: http://www.kadingirra.com Copyright 2013 Byzantium 1200, can not be used without permission."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Babylonian Bricks (82nd & Fifth) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "http://82nd-and-fifth.metmuseum.org/bricks Explore this object: http://82nd-and-fifth.metmuseum.org/two-panels-with-striding-lions-babylonian-31.13.1-.2 "It always had this possibility to come alive in a very real sense." 82nd & Fifth invites 100 curators from across the Museum to talk about 100 works of art that changed the way they see the world."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - From Babylon to China (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dr. Neiman describes the connection between Sumer, Babylon and the development of Chinese civilization."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - Babylonian Math (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In the sixth segment of Dr. Neiman's second lecture, he reviews Babylonian advances in astronomy and mathematics. 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Hammurabi is described as an absolute ruler, but a ruler who felt at one with his people and enacted polices to improve their lives."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - Cracking the code (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This is the part one of lecture two in the series "Cradles of Civilization" by Dr. David Neiman. He explains how the cuneiform texts of ancient languages were deciphered by scholars of the nineteenth-century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - Creating the Year 'One (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this concluding segment of Dr. David Neiman's "Cradles of Civilization" (lecture two), Dr. Neiman discusses the way the year 'one' was calculated before the advent of the modern calendar."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - Date Formula of Hammurabi (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In this third installment of Dr. David Neiman's second lecture on the Cradles of Civilization, Dr. Neiman continues to read from the "Date Formula" or "Year List" of King Hammurabi. This listing was created before the great Law Code of Hammurabi and tracks his accomplishments from early public works projects to his conquests and the creation of the Babylonian Empire under his reign."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - King Hammurabi of Babylon (Part 1) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "King Hammurabi of Babylon practices the art of diplomacy and war. In the second installment of lecture two, Dr. Neiman reads through the "Year List" which catalogs Hammurabi's accomplishments."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cradles of Civilization - The Lunar/Solar Calendar (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Babylonians developed a calendar based on the moon and sun cycles. 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I hope that you all enjoy this awesome work that helps us better understand ancient Mesopotamian Mythology, Religion and Civilization. The Enuma Elish (also known as The Seven Tablets of Creation) is the Mesopotamian creation myth whose title is derived from the opening lines of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Finding Babylon's Hanging Garden (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are shown to have been in Nineveh, the capital of Assyria. They were made by the Assyrian King Sennacherib."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ishtar Gate and Processional Way (reconstruction), Babylon, c. 575 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=U2iZ83oIZH0 Reconstruction of the Ishtar Gate and Processional Way, Babylon, c. 575 B.C.E., glazed mud brick (Pergamon Museum, Berlin) View this work up close on the Google Art Project: http://www.googleartproject.com/collection/pergamonmuseum-berlin/artwork/ishtar-gate-from-babylon/484075/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Jerry Cooper | Everything You've Always Wanted to Know about Sex in Babylonia . . . (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Everything You've Always Wanted to Know about Sex in Babylonia . . . Lecture by Jerry Cooper, W. W. Spence Professor of Semitic Languages Emeritus, The Johns Hopkins University This breezy look at 3000 years of sex in ancient Mesopotamia will cover such fascinating topics as virginity, adultery, rape, prostitution, literary sex, gay sex, ritual sex, marital sex and sexual dysfunction. Profusely..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ancient City of Babylon: History of the Babylonian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient city of Babylon was a city in Mesopotamia which is now modern-day Iraq. The city of Babylon is so well known to many due to the many references to it in the Bible, although none of them are particularly glowing comments. The history of Babylon and the Babylonian Empire dates back thousands of years, and apart from its mentions in the Bible, Babylon is known for many things including..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Babylonian Map of the World with Irving Finkel | Curator's Corner S9 Ep5 (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Fancy getting your hands on your very own Map of the World tablet replica? You can buy one here: https://www.britishmuseumshoponline.org/babylonian-map-of-the-world-tablet-replica.html?utm_source=yt&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=map_world The Babylonian map of the world is the oldest map of the world, in the world. Written and inscribed on clay in Mesopotamia around 2,900-years-ago, it is, like..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Babylonian mind (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Trace the legacy of Babylonian discoveries and ideas, including their mathematical system based on 60 and their desire to predict the future. With British Museum curator Irving Finkel. http://www.britishmuseum.org/about_this_site/audio_and_video/exhibitions_-_archive/babylon_-_video_archive/babylonian_mind_video.aspx"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Epic of Gilgamesh (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Great video I use in my classroom. The only reason I'm putting it up is that I want this for the rest of my career. The kids love it."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ishtar Gate of Babylon at the Pergamon Museum, Berlin (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This gate was built at the northern side of the city of Babylon by the king Nebuchadnezzar II in 575 BCE. It was the eighth gate into the city of Babylon, Mesopotamia (modern Babil Governorate, Iraq). The gate was built with glazed bricks and decorated with alternating rows of bas-reliefs of aurochs (representing the god Adad) and dragons (also known as Mušḫuššu or Sirrush which represent the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Tower of Babel with British Museum curator Irving Finkel (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "See various depictions of the Tower of Babel through the ages. 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Rhodes, with an area of 1,400 km², is the largest island in the Greek Dodecanese group located in the south-eastern Aegean. The island was an important protagonist in wider Greek and Mediterranean affairs throughout the Bronze Age, Archaic, and Classical periods and was particularly prosperous in Hellenistic times. The island was also famed in antiquity as a cultural centre and for the Colossus..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Although ancient Greek Society was dominated by the male citizen, with his full legal status, right to vote, hold public office, and own property, the social groups which made up the population of a typical Greek city-state or polis were remarkably diverse. Women, children, immigrants (both Greek and foreign), labourers, and slaves all had defined roles, but there was interaction (often illicit..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Travel in the Ancient Greek World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel opportunities within the ancient Greek world largely depended on status and profession; nevertheless, a significant proportion of the population could, and did, travel across the Mediterranean to sell their wares, skills, go on religious pilgrimage, see sporting events or even travel simply for the pleasure of seeing the magnificent sights of the ancient world. Travel was not always glamorous..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "7 Sages of Ancient Greece and Their Wisdom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Seven Sages of ancient Greece (hoi hepta sophoi, "the Seven Wise Men") were a celebrated group of Archaic Greek thinkers, lawmakers, rulers, and statesmen remembered for practical wisdom and concise moral advice. Traditions about the sages developed during the 6th and 5th centuries BCE, and Plato gives the best-known canonical list in his Protagoras. Their famous maxims were part of a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Rhodes by Frantisek Kupka (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An oil painting representing the ancient city of Rhodes by Frantisek Kupka (1906 CE). Probably a realistic representation of the Colossus of Rhodes which was a gigantic bronze statue, 32 metres high, of the island's patron god Helios, the Sun god. The statue was sculpted by Chares of Lindos, c. 304 BCE and was toppled by the earthquake of 228 or 226 BCE. (Centre for Modern and Contemporary Art..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Colossus of Rhodes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's impression of what the Colossus of Rhodes statue, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, may have looked like. (19th century engraving by Sidney Barclay)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Harbour Scene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of how a harbour scene in ancient Greece may have looked."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Latin Empire: A Crusader State in Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Imperium Romaniae, commonly known as the Latin Empire (1204–1261), emerged from the upheaval of the Fourth Crusade (1202–1204), when Western European forces captured and sacked Constantinople in 1204. This event brought an abrupt end to Byzantine rule in the capital and replaced it with a Latin Christian regime intended to extend Western influence over former Eastern Roman territories. The new..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Red-figure Pelike (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A red-figure pelike from Rhodes, c. 430 BCE. The scene depicts a youth and a seated courtesan. Painted by Polygntos. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rhodes Silver Didrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver didrachm from Rhodes, Caria, 304-166 BCE. O: Head of Helios. R: Rose."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rhodes Silver Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Some Greek cities used images for their names, so "readers" did not have to be literate. In Rhodes, a rose (rhodon) was used. Silver tetradrachm coin, circa 400-380 BCE. From Rhodes, Greece. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Siege of Rhodes, 305-304 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Illustration of the Siege of Rhodes (305-304 BCE) by Zvonimir Grbasic. Courtesy of Ancient Warfare Magazine / Karwansaray Publishers."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Squat Alabastron Jar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A squat alabastron, c. 1400-1375 BCE from Ialysus, Rhodes. These flat jars first appeared in the Minoan civilization on Crete and were used for storing creams and unctions. This three handled example is typically decorated with stylised rocks and spiral motifs. (British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Athena Lindia - Rhodes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "At the top of the Lindos Acropolis, on the island of Rhodes, are the ruins of the 4th century BCE temple, dedicated to the goddess Athena Lindia, as well as the propylaea, monumental colonnade, entrance to the religious complex."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Street of Knights, Rhodes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The living quarters of the holy warriors, commonly known as the Knights Hospitaller, line the Street of Knights in the old town of Rhodes."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sardis (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Sardis (near modern-day Sart, Turkey) was the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Lydia founded (according to Herodotus) by the Heracleidae, the Heraclid Dynasty descended from the hero Heracles (Hercules). The city was famous in antiquity for its wealth, culture, and favorable position on the central trade route from the Aegean Sea to the interior of Asia Minor.

According to Herodotus..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Polybius' Capture of Achaeus and Fall of Sardis (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Polybius' Capture of Achaeus and Fall of Sardis is the account of the end of the Siege of Sardis (215-213 BCE) by Antiochus III (aka Antiochus the Great, r. 223-187 BCE) of the Seleucid Empire after the betrayal and capture of his cousin Achaeus (d. 213 BCE) who had proclaimed himself king. The piece has become famous for the line describing Sardis as "the strongest place in the world" or "the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coin of Achaeus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Coin of Achaeus, King of Sardis, minted in Syria, c. 215 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Jewish Bread-Stamp from Sardis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In the Late Roman Period, the Jewish faith was expressed through symbols of personal items in much the same way as for Christianity. The Jewish "Menorah" is depicted on this bread-stamp. The stamp bears the name of "Leontios", which perhaps was designed to indicate that the bread was kosher. 200s to 500s CE. From Sardis, Lydia, modern-day Turkey. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lydia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Lydia in the middle of the 6th century BCE. The red line shows an alternative interpretation of Lydia's ancient borders."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Sardis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the ancient city of Sardis, the capital of the kingdom of Lydia, located in western Anatolia, present-day western Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Artemis at Sardis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Artemis at Sardis was the fourth largest Ionic temple in the ancient world. Construction began around 334 BCE, soon after Alexander the Great "liberated" Sardis from the Persians. The temple was renovated under the Romans in the 2nd century CE, at which time it appears to have also served as a temple to the imperial cult."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Artemis, Sardis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Temple of Artemis in Sardis in Lydia (modern-day western Turkey), originally built by the Greeks in 300 BCE and later renovated by the Romans in the 2nd century CE. The Temple of Artemis in Sardis was the fourth largest Ionic temple in the ancient world."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Bath-Gymnasium Complex at Sardis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The most imposing building of Roman Sardis is the (much reconstructed) courtyard of the Bath-Gymnasium complex. Its design reflects the elaborate architecture of the Severian dynasty, late 2nd - early 3rd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Flying through Sardis: New Views of an Ancient City (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Inexpensive but sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) have transformed many aspects of archaeological research at Sardis. They have given us stunning new views of the dramatic and complex landscape of the site, and helped us discover and record ancient features that were previously inaccessible or challenging to draw with conventional tools. This video, by archaeologist John Sigmier, explains..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ephesus (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

According legend, Ephesus (also Ephesos) was founded by the tribe of the Amazons, great female warriors. The name of the city is thought to have been derived from "Apasas", the name of a city in the "Kingdom of Arzawa" meaning the "city of the Mother Goddess".

Some scholars maintain that the sign of the labrys, the double-axe of the mother goddess which adorned the palace at..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ignatius of Antioch & His Letter to the Ephesians (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "For many people, the origins of the Christian church are shrouded in obscurity outside of the biblical narratives concerning Jesus Christ and his Jewish followers. Yet, after the crucifixion of Jesus and the initial missions work across the Mediterranean of Disciples and Apostles such as St. Peter, St. Paul, St. James, and St. John, other influential men and women spread the good news of Jesus Christ..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pilgrimage in the Byzantine Empire (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Pilgrimage in the Byzantine Empire involved the Christian faithful travelling often huge distances to visit such holy sites as Jerusalem or to see in person relics of holy figures and miraculous icons on show from Thessaloniki to Antioch. Well-worn routes resulted along which regular stopping points allowed pilgrims to sleep, eat, and be cared for in a network of monasteries and churches. For many..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agora Gate, Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Mazeus-Mithridates Gate, consisting of three arched entrances, led from the library of Celsus to the Roman Agora of Ephesos. It was built by and named after two emancipated slaves of emperor Augustus in 4 or 3 BCE, who dedicated the gate to their patron on being freed."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Artemis of Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Ephesian Artemis, in the Archaeological Museum of Ephesus. Selçuk, Turkey. 1st Century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Artemis of Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble statue of the Ephesian Artemis, 125-175 CE. (Selcuk Museum, Selcuk, Turkey)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Celsus Library Facade, Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A deatil of the facade of the library of Ephesos (c. 117 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Column Drum from the Temple of Artemis, Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is the best preserved of the column drums carved in relief. It shows a youthful winged Thanatos (death), a draped woman, a figure of Hermes Psychopompos (leader of souls to the underworld), a standing woman and a seated man identified as Persephone and Plouton (Hades), gods of the underworld. The female figure has been tentatively identified as either Alkestis leaving the underworld, or Eurydike..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Curetes Street, Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Leading from the Heracles Gate to the Celsus Library, Curetes street (named after the priest class of Ephesos) was lined with colonnaded galleries, various temples, store rooms and houses, and statues of the city's benefactors (of which the inscribed bases remain)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of Ephesian Artemis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Close up of the Artemis of Ephesus, 1st Century CE. Ephesus Archaeological Museum. Selçuk, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus in Turkey"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ephesus Terrace Houses: Archway (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The terrace homes in Ephesus give a glimpse of how the wealthy lived during the Roman period The oldest building dates back into the 1C BCE and continued in use as a residence until the 7C CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Facade in Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Facade on the Main Street of the ruins of Ephesus, Turkey"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fountain of Trajan, Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Built around 104 CE, the fountain of Trajan is one of the finest monuments in Ephesus. It was constructed in honor of Roman Emperor Trajan. The pool of the fountain was 20×10 meters, surrounded by columns and statues. These statues were of Dionysos, a Satyr, Aphrodite and the family of the Emperor. They are now on display in the Ephesus Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hadrian’s Gate at Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This gate, located at the end of Curetes Street in Ephesus (Turkey), was dedicated to Hadrian in honour of the Emperor's visit to the city (in 124 or 129 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hercules Gate, Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hercules Gate at Ephesus gets its name from the reliefs of Hercules that adorn its columns. Hercules is considered the greatest of Greek heroes, and the epitome of masculinity. In the reliefs, Hercules is depicted wearing the skin of the Nemean lion."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Library of Celsus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Library of Celsus in Ephesos (completed 117 AD), with a statue of Arete in the foreground."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Library of Celsus, Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Completed in 117 CE, the Library of Celsus at Ephesus was ordered built by Tiberius Julius Acquila in memory of his father Tiberius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus, proconsul (governor) of the Asian province c. 105 to 114 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lydia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of Lydia in the middle of the 6th century BCE. The red line shows an alternative interpretation of Lydia's ancient borders."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Model of the Temple of Artemis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Model of the Temple of Artemis, Miniature Park, Istanbul, Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Agora, Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Agora (or market place) of Ephesos was first built in the 3rd century BC but was adapted over the Roman period to reach its final form in the early 3rd century AD. On a square plan (111m x 111m) the Agora was accessible through three separate gates and surrounded on three sides by storerooms. Originally, in the centre was a fountain and large number of statues of philosophers and administrators..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Latrine, Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The communal latrine at Ephesos. Fresh water continuously ran down the channel in the floor in front of the seats for users to wash their hands (1st century CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sophia-Wisdom, Celsus Library, Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the facade of the Celsus Library in Ephesos (c. 117 CE). The statue represents wisdom (sophia), an attribute associated with the former proconsul Celsus to whom the building was dedicated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stage, Theatre of Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "First constructed in the reign of Lysimachos (early 3rd century BCE), the theatre is built into a natural hill and construction evolved through Hellenistic and Roman times. The seated area (or cavea) was larger than a semi-circle and 38m in height, 154m in diameter. Two passages create three sections of seats reached by 12 stairways. The seating capacity may have reached 24,000."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Artemis, Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The lonely reconstructed column standing on the site of the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus. The Temple of Artemis, also known as the Artemesium, was constructed in the mid 6th century BCE and was considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Hadrian at Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Hadrian on Curetes Street at Ephesus in Ionia (modern Turkey). It was built before 138 CE by a wealthy Ephesian, P. Vedius Antoninus Sabinus, and was dedicated to Hadrian, who came to visit the city in 124 and 129 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Hadrian, Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the temple dedicated to the Roman Emperor Hadrian, Ephesos (2nd century CE). The temple consisted of an outer porch - with four frontal columns, triangular pediment and arch - and an inner cella."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Fountain of Pollio, Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Fountain of Pollio at Ephesus was built in 97 CE by C. S. Pollio, in memory of Sextillius Pollio, the builder of the famous aqueduct which carried water to all the fountains in the city. In the years following the initial construction, an arch and several statues were added to decorate the original structure."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Library of Celsus at Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Library of Celsus at Ephesus was completed in 117 CE. It was built on the order of Tiberius Julius Acquila in memory of his father Tiberius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus, proconsul (governor) of the Asian province c. 105 to 114 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Odeion, Ephesos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Odeion (or small theate) of Ephesos was built in the second century CE and was used as both a meeting chamber and for entertainment. The marble seats gave a capacity of approximately 1,400."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Square of Verulanus at Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Square of Verulanus at Ephesus, was a spacious, arcaded courtyard for the training of athletes. It consisted of a number of buildings grouped around a central courtyard. The Great Baths or Harbor Baths, were built in the 2nd century CE and were sumptuously rebuilt in the reign of Constantine the Great in the 4th century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre of Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of Ephesus, Turkey, was constructed c. 300 to c. 290 BCE and built into the hill of Panayir Dagi."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Winged Nike Relief in Ephesus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Winged Nike relief, photograph by Juan Ángel Piqueras, Ephesus, Selçuk, İzmir, Türkiye, 2 March 2026. This marble relief of the Greek goddess of victory Nike (known to the Romans as Victoria) is dated to the 1st-2nd century CE. The relief is displayed on the west side of Domitian Square at Ephesus, to the left of the upper section of Curetes Street. It originally formed one of the spandrels of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ephesus, Turkey: Ancient City (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More info about travel to Turkey: http://www.ricksteves.com/europe/turkey Rick joins his friend (and guide for Rick's bus tours through Turkey), to learn about the ancient home of the Ephesians — one of the world’s greatest classical sites. At http://www.ricksteves.com, you'll find money-saving travel tips, small-group tours, guidebooks, TV shows, radio programs, podcasts, and more on this destination..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Selçuk, Turkey: The Ancient City of Ephesus (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Rick resurrects some Ephesian rubble with Mehlika Seval, who wrote THE guidebook on one of Turkey's greatest ancient sites — Ephesus. Subscribe at http://goo.gl/8iBEnS for weekly updates on more European destinations. Visit http://ricksteves.com/tours to learn about Rick Steves' European tour packages, including the Best of Turkey in 13 Days. Visit http://ricksteves.com for more information..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arabia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The ancient Arabians, or Arabes as they were called by the Hellenes, were a Semitic people. One must note that the Arabians were not a single people but multiple smaller kingdoms and tribes. Arabia was home to great city builders and nomads alike. They were of great influence on many occasions in the ancient period.

One of the first mentions of Arabs comes from the Bible and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Legions of Mesopotamia, Cappadocia, & Arabia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "As the Roman Empire expanded further eastward, annexing territories that were once the domain of the Parthians, the legions of Mesopotamia, Cappadocia, and Arabia were called upon to safeguard these newly acquired territories. Mesopotamia had two permanent legions, I Parthica and III Parthica, Cappadocia was the home base of XII Fulminata and XV Apollinaris, while III Cyrenaica was stationed in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenician Alphabet & Language (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Phoenician is a Canaanite language closely related to Hebrew. Very little is known about the Canaanite language, except what can be gathered from the El-Amarna letters written by Canaanite kings to Pharaohs Amenhopis III (1402 - 1364 BCE) and Akhenaton (1364 - 1347 BCE). It appears that the Phoenician language, culture, and writing were strongly influenced by Egypt (which controlled Phoenicia for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arabian Bronze Hand (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This bronze hand was found in Yemen (100-300 CE). The inscription on the hand asks for good fortune for the devotee Ta'lab. This image was taken at the National Museum of Australia in the travelling exhibition A History of the World in 100 (and 1) Objects."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arabian Ibex Lamp Handle (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Lamp handle made of bronze in the shape of an ibex. 1st century BCE to 1st century CE. Southern Arabia. Louvre Museum, Paris."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Islamic Conquests in the 7th-9th Centuries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the rise and rapid expansion of Islam from the time of the Prophet Muhammad (622–632 CE) through the great caliphates of the 7th to 9th centuries. Beginning in Arabia, the new faith and its armies spread under the Rashidun Caliphs (632–661 CE), followed by the Umayyad Caliphate (661–750 CE) and the Abbasid Caliphate (750–c. 900 CE), creating one of history’s largest and most..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Levant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the place of the Levant (highlighted in red) within the eastern Mediterranean."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Nabatean Kingdom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Nabatean Kingdom at its greatest extent, c. 85 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Ptolemaic World (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the known world at the time of the Ptolemaic Empire, ca. 300 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Empire in 117 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Roman Empire at its maximum extent in 117 CE, under the rule of Trajan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Arabian Commission in Paris (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 1919 photograph of the Arabian Commission to the Paris Peace Conference at Versailles which decided peace terms after the First World War (1914-18). Standing in the foreground is Emir Faisal while to the rear and immediate right of Faisal is T. E. Lawrence ('Lawrence of Arabia'). (Imperial War Museums)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Distribution of Kites (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The geographical distribution of desert kites (updated June 2020 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The property includes five aflaj irrigation systems and is representative of some 3,000 such systems still in use in Oman. The origins of this system of irrigation may date back to AD 500, but archaeological evidence suggests that irrigation systems existed in this extremely arid area as early as 2500 BC. Using gravity, water is channelled from underground sources or springs to support agriculture..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Persia and the Arabian Peninsula (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video discusses the civilizations of Ancient Persia and the Arabian Peninsula. In this episode, the grand residences at Persepolis and the imperial palaces of Darius are toured. The second half of the video discusses the Arabian Peninsula. From the Arabian Peninsula, we follow an ancient caravan route through the desert to Syria, exploring many sites along the way."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Faces of Ancient Near Eastern Women (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video is a slideshow of pictures of various artifacts and artworks that detail the visage of ancient Near Eastern women, most of which are royalty. Locations include: Mesopotamia (Sumer and Akkad), Arabia, Phoenicia (Lebanon) and Elam (Persia)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Old City of Sana'a (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Situated in a mountain valley at an altitude of 2,200 m, Sana'a, Yemen has been inhabited for more than 2,500 years. In the 7th and 8th centuries the city became a major centre for the propagation of Islam. This religious and political heritage can be seen in the 103 mosques, 14 hammams and over 6,000 houses, all built before the 11th century A.D. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Petra (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Inhabited since prehistoric times, this Nabataean caravan-city, situated between the Red Sea and the Dead Sea, was an important crossroads between Arabia, Egypt and Syria-Phoenicia. Petra is half-built, half-carved into the rock, and is surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges. It is one of the world's most famous archaeological sites, where ancient Eastern traditions blend with..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greco-Bactrian Kingdom (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Greco-Bactrian kingdom refers to several dynasties and probably kingdoms of Greco-Macedonian monarchs who ruled over Bactria from 250 to 130 BCE.

Foundation

The Greco-Bactrian kingdom appeared in 250 BCE, when the satrap Diodotos (or Theodotus in Latin) rebelled against his Seleucid ruler, Antiochos II, knowing that Antiochus was occupied struggling against the Ptolemies..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ai Khanum, the Capital of Eucratides (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ai Khanum (also spelled Ai-Khanoum or Ay-Khanum, lit. “Lady Moon” in Uzbek), was founded in the 4th century BC, following the conquests of Alexander the Great and was one of the primary cities of the Greco-Bactrian kingdom. The site is located in the northern part of modern Afghanistan, in a little plain between the Amou-Darya and the Kokcha. In 1961, the Afghan king Mohammad Zaher Chach, hunting..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cultural Links between India & the Greco-Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Cyrus the Great (558-530 BCE) built the first universal empire, stretching from Greece to the Indus River. This was the famous Achaemenid Empire of Persia. An inscription at Naqsh-i-Rustam, the tomb of his able successor Darius I (521-486 BCE), near Persepolis, records Gadara (Gandhara) along with Hindush (Hindus, Sindh) in the long list of satrapies of the Persian Empire. By about 380 BCE the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek Kingdoms in Ancient Texts (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The rarity of the appearance of Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek kingdoms in ancient literature is one of the reasons why those states are so little-known today. Indo-Greek literature did exist, but none has been found that speaks about the Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek states. Classical authors tell us very little about Indo-Greek kingdoms, as they were far away from the Mediterranean world, cut off..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Some new hypotheses on the problems of the Indo-Greek kingdoms (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Warning: See the definitions of Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek Kingdoms before reading this article, otherwise the following lines could give you serious headaches! A lack of information is a common problem for historians of the Greco-Bactrian and Indo-Greek kingdoms, due to the almost-inexistence of written accounts about them. The fact that the modern political problems in the area allow looters..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Commemorative coin of Euthydemos from Agathokles of Bactria (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Agathokles of Bactria. Circa 185-170 BC. AR Tetradrachm. Commemorative issue struck for Euthydemos I. Obverse: diademed head of Euthydemos I right. EYΘYΔEMOY ΘEOY (= "of Euthydemos the God") Reverse: Herakles seated left on rock, holding in his right hand a club set on rocks beside his knee; monogram to right of rock. BAΣIΛEYONTOΣ ΔIKAIOY AΓAΘOKΛEOYΣ (="Agathocles ruling in a rightfull..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cybele Plate (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Plate found at Ai Khanum in northern Afghanistan, in a temple, depicting Cybele, a votive sacrifice and the sun God. 2nd century BCE. (Museé Guimet, Paris)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greco-Bactrian kingdom circa 230-200 BC (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Approximate borders of the Greco-Bactrian kingdom under Euthydemos' reign (c.230BC - c.200BC). The kingdom included Bactria, Oxeiana, Sogdiana and Ferghana."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek and Aramaic inscriptions by king Ashoka (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bilingual (Greek and Aramaic) inscriptions by king Ashoka at Kandahar (Shar-i-kuna). (3rd century BCE). Preserved at Kabul Museum. Today disappeared. Two-dimensional inscription. Greek (transliteration) 1. δέκα ἐτῶν πληρη[....]ων βασι[λ]εὺς 2. Πιοδασσης εὐσέβεια[ν ἔδ]ε[ι]ξεν τοῖς ἀν- 3. θρώποις, καὶ ἀπὸ τούτου εὐσεβεστέρους 4. τοὺς ἀνθρώπους ἐποίησεν καὶ πάντα 5. εὐθηνεῖ..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Approximate maximum extent of the Greco-Bactrian kingdom circa 180 BCE, including the regions of Tapuria and Traxiane to the West, Sogdiana and Ferghana to the north, Bactria and Arachosia to the south."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Plan of Ai Khanum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Plan of Ai Khanum as it was excavated by the D.A.F.A until 1978"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pergamon (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Pergamon (also Pergamum) was a major intellectual and cultural center in Mysia (northwest Asia Minor, modern-day Turkey) which flourished under the Attalid Dynasty (281-133 BCE) during the Hellenistic Period. It was the capital of the Kingdom of Pergamon and remained an important city for the Romans, Byzantines, and Ottoman Turks until its abandonment.

The city is probably best-known..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "10 Virtual Tours of Archaeological Sites & Museums in Turkey (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Thanks to the new Sanal Muze digital portal released by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey in 2020 CE, history lovers and art enthusiasts can now take virtual tours of Turkey's best archaeological sites and museums. There are currently 33 online tours available, giving visitors a fantastic opportunity to check out archaeological sites and museums they may not have yet visited. Since..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alexandros I Balas (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Alexandros I Balas was a Seleucid king from 152 BC to 145 BCE. As the Seleucid king Demetrius I Soter (162-150 BCE) became more and more unpopular due to his arrogance and drunkenness, it was quite an easy task for the rival kingdoms, such as Pergamum or Egypt to stir up a revolt against him. As a competitor was lacking, two youngsters were found, a boy and a girl who were presumed to be the children..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Conflict & Celts: The Creation of Ancient Galatia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Galatia was the most long-lasting and powerful Celtic settlement outside of Europe. It was the only kingdom of note to be forged during the Celtic invasions of the Mediterranean in the 4th and 3rd centuries BCE. From its foundation, Galatia was a formidable power in Asia Minor, capable of demanding tribute from powerful states like the Kingdom of Pergamon. Galatia was situated in eastern Phrygia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Mosaics (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman mosaics were a common feature of private homes and public buildings across the empire from Africa to Antioch. Not only are mosaics beautiful works of art in themselves but they are also an invaluable record of such everyday items as clothes, food, tools, weapons, flora and fauna. They also reveal much about Roman activities like gladiator contests, sports, agriculture, hunting and sometimes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Rise of Cities in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The history of the ancient world has always been told as a history of cities, from Homer's epic poems about events just before and just after the sack of Troy, through the prose histories of wars between Athens and Sparta, Rome and Carthage. From the 5th century BCE, most historians, dramatists, philosophers, orators, and scholars spent much of their lives in cities, and crucially so did their readers..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Alkyoneus the Giant Killed by Athena (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail from the Pergamon Altar's frieze (The frieze depicts the Gigantomachy); built in 2nd century BCE; Today in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin. The detail is part of a scene where Athena kills the giant by separating him from the Earth."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aphrodite Killing the Giant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail from the Pergamon Altar's north frieze (The frieze depicts the Gigantomachy); Aphrodite killing the giant; built in 2nd century BCE; Today in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athena from the Library of Pergamon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A statue of the Greek goddess Athena from the Library of Pergamon. 200-150 BCE. Height: 310.5 cm. (Pergamon Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Athena Killing a Giant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Athena separates the Giant Alkyoneus from Earth (in which way he dies), while Gaia, mother of Giants rises from the ground. The goddess Nike helps Athena; Detail from the Pergamon Altar's frieze (The frieze depicts a Gigantomachy); built in the 2nd century BCE. (Pergamon Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Attalus I (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Attalus I (r. 241-197 BCE) on a silver tetradrachm from Pergamon. (Numismatics Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Entrance Courtyard, Asklepieion of Pergamon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the entrance courtyard of the Asklepieion of Pergamon sacred area. It was a large courtyard of 120 x 90 m surrounded by galleries with columns (stoa) on three sides."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Galatian (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble head of a Galatian. Early 2nd century CE copy of an original from an altar at Pergamon to commemorate Attalus I's victory over the Galatians in 230 BCE. (Vatican Museums, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "God Fighting a Giant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The god depicted here is not identified, he is fighting a Giant who has a lion's head, snake legs and a human body. Detail from the Pergamon Altar's frieze (The frieze depictsa Gigantomachy); built in 2nd century BCE. (Pergamon Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hecate Fighting the Giant, Pergamon Altar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "On the left side the goddess Hecate is depicted while fighting the giant Clytius (she fights in three incarnations with a torch, a sword, and a lance); Detail from the Pergamon Altar's frieze (The frieze depicts Gigantomachy); built in 2nd century BCE; Today in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hellenistic Colossal Head of a Youth (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fragmentary colossal head of a youth, from the Pergamon Gymnasium, Hellenistic period, 2nd century BCE (Pergamon Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hellenistic Mosaic, Pergamon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hellenistic mosaic floor panel depicting an Alexandrine parakeet from Pergamon (modern Turkey), 2nd century BCE (Pergamon Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Liberation of Prometheus by Heracles (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Statue group depicting the liberation of Prometheus by the Greek hero Heracles. Prometheus is freed from the eagle's torment. Found in the North Hall of the Athena Terrace at Pergamon (Turkey). Dated to 100 BCE. (Pergamon Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pergamon, Asklepieion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sanctuary of Asclepius, Asklepieion of Pergamon."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reconstruction of the Pergamon Altar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Reconstruction of the Pergamon Altar displayed at the Pergamon Museum in Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rhea Riding a Lion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A scene from the Pergamon altar depicting the Titan Rhea riding a lion. 2nd century BCE. (Pergamon Museum, Berlin)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sacred Way, Asklepieion of Pergamon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The connection between Pergamon city and the sacred area of Asklepieion was provided through a sacred road of 1 km built during the Roman Empire period. The sacred road had arches and was covered with vaults."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Selene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The moon goddess Selene is riding on her mule over one of the giants. Detail from the Pergamon Altar's frieze (The frieze depicts the Gigantomachy); built in 2nd century BCE; Today in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Giant Killed by Artemis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The giant is killed by Artemis' dog (Artemis' leg on right); Detail from the Pergamon Altar's frieze (The frieze depicts the Gigantomachy); built in 2nd century BCE; Today in the Pergamon Museum in Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Hellenistic Prince (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 2nd century BCE bronze statue known as 'The Hellenistic Prince'. The statue perhaps represents Attalus II, king of Pergamon. The head may also be a portrait of an unknown wealthy Roman, eager to appear as a Hellenistic prince. The work is influenced by the 4th century BCE sculpture of Alexander by Lysippus and is one of the very rare examples of bronze Hellenistic sculpture. The statue is cast..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Hellenistic Prince (Detail) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The head of the 2nd century BCE bronze statue known as 'The Hellenistic Prince'. The statue perhaps represents Attalus II, king of Pergamon. The head may also be a portrait of an unknown wealthy Roman, eager to appear as a Hellenistic prince. The work is influenced by the 4th century BCE sculpture of Lysippus and is one of the very rare examples of bronze Hellenistic sculpture. (Palazzo Massimo..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre of Pergamon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The unusually steep cavea of the 2nd century BCE theatre in the Hellenistic city of Pergamon (modern Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Treatment Building, Asklepieion of Pergamon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Treatment Building centre (also known as the Temple of Telesphorus) of the Asklepieion of Pergamon was a circular structure with two floors and a 70m-long underground passage connecting it to the sacred area's centre. The Treatment Building was constructed during the reign of Hadrian (r. 117-138 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Best Tourist Attractions Places To Travel In Turkey | Library of Pergamum Destination Spot (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Top Tourist Attractions Places To Visit In Turkey | Library of Pergamum Destination Spot - Tourism in Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Great Altar of Zeus and Athena at Pergamon (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Pergamon Altar, c. 200-150 BCE, 35.64 x 33.4 meters, Hellenistic Period (Pergamon Museum, Berlin). Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris. Created by Beth Harris and Steven Zucker."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "History of the Kingdom of Pergamon (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Kingdom of Pergamon was a Hellenistic state on the coast of Turkey, that would be one of the closest allies to the growing power of Rome. Discover more about this ancient kingdom!"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Pergamon Altar, c. 200-150 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=L3SIooVHV8E The Pergamon Altar, c. 200-150 B.C.E., 35.64 x 33.4 meters (Pergamon Museum, Berlin) View this work up close on the Google Art Project: http://www.googleartproject.com/collection/pergamonmuseum-berlin/artwork/pergamon-altar-unknown/536029/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Xois (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Xois (as the Greeks called it) was a vast ancient city located on a marshy island in the center of the Nile Delta of Egypt, modern-day Sakha. It was founded c. 3414-3100 BCE and was continuously inhabited until the rise of Christianity c. 390 CE. By the time of the Fifth Dynasty of Egypt (2498-2345 BCE), Xois was already regarded as an ancient city. It served as the capital of Egypt during the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nile Delta (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Nile Delta as seen from orbit."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stela Showing Amun-Ra, Mut & Khonsu (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Stela Showing Amun-Ra, Mut & Khonsu Period, about 141-116 BCE. Xois, Egypt. Pharaoh Ptolemy VIII (170-116 BCE) is shown making an offering of Maat (a symbol of truth and justice) to the divine family Amun-Ra, Mut & Khonsu. He is followed by two queens, both named Cleopatra. This stela was erected in a sanctuary at Xois, in the Nile Delta, showing that the cult of the god Amun-Ra blossomed beyond..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Iaxartes (1)"; dcterms:abstract "The Iaxartes is a river, today-called Syr-Daria, which springs west of the Pamir Mountains in Fergana (in modern Kyrgyzstan), and flows through modern Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan to Lake Aral, covering a distance of 2212 km. In ancient times this river flowed through Fergana and Sogdiana, marking the border of the Central Asian Steppes. It was the backbone of the area, allowing irrigation..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythians (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Scythians were a nomadic people whose culture flourished between the 7th and 3rd century BCE in a territory ranging from Thrace in the west, across the steppe of Central Asia, to the Altai Mountains of Mongolia in the east. This covers an area around 4000 kilometers (2500 mi) in length. The geography of the open plains steppe, desert steppe, and forest-steppe expanses over which they ranged..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Parthian-Scythian Relations (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "While little is written about Parthian-Scythian relations, not only did the Parthians share origins with the Scythians and cooperated militarily but social, cultural, and commercial interactions were likely as well. Essentially leading a life of nomadic tribes - riding horses, tending herds, and living in covered wagons - Scythian tribes are often mentioned in ancient sources. While their ascendancy..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Territorial Expanse (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "With 7600 perimeter miles (12,231 km), the Scythians roamed and ruled over an astonishing 1.5 million mi² (2.4 million km²) of territory between the 7th and 3rd centuries BCE. Although building an empire was never in their interest, Scythian territorial expanse was remarkable, and they were unconquerable due to several factors: their form of governance, social structure, and military machine. Origins..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Women (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Scythian women garnered leadership roles and a raised level of status in their day, which is perhaps without parallel until recent times. While many female figures rose to pivotal roles in history, their rise was not a reflection of systemic opportunity. Historically, women often led segregated, labor-filled lives, but for Scythian women, the historical and archaeological record indicates something..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Warrior Women of the World of Ancient Macedon (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The 8th November is celebrated as Archangels Day in Greece, but on that November day in 1977 CE something remarkable happened: an excavation team led by Professor Manolis Andronikos were roped down into the eerie gloom of an unlooted Macedonian-styled tomb at Vergina in northern Greece. Dignitaries, police, priests, and swelling ranks of archaeologists watched on in anticipation as the first shafts..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bosporan Soldier (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Grave stele of Staphilos, son of Glaukias, from the Bosporan Kingdom. It depicts a soldier with the traditional Bosporan long hair and beard, and Scythian costume. It dates to the 2nd century CE and comes from the Necropolis of Panticapaeum in Taurica (Crimea)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kul-Oba Beaker (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Scythian gold beaker from the Kul-Oba kurgan, Crimea. 4th century BCE. It shows bivouacked soldiers: one demonstrates how to string a bow; another removes his comrade's tooth, and another bandage a fellow's hurt leg. State Hermitage Museum, Moscow."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Bosporan Kingdom, c.100 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bosporan Kingdom (c. 480 BCE–341 CE) emerged around the Cimmerian Bosporus (modern Kerch Strait) as a hybrid Greco-local state founded by Greek colonists from cities such as Miletus. Rather than a single unified polity in the modern sense, it developed as a network of coastal cities, agricultural hinterlands, and allied territories linking the northern Black Sea to the wider Greek world. Early..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Approximate maximum extent of the Greco-Bactrian kingdom circa 180 BCE, including the regions of Tapuria and Traxiane to the West, Sogdiana and Ferghana to the north, Bactria and Arachosia to the south."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Scythian World, c. 700–300 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Between c. 700 and 300 BCE, the Scythians and related Saka peoples inhabited vast regions of the Eurasian steppe, from the northern Black Sea to Central Asia and the Altai Mountains. Rather than forming a unified empire, these diverse societies developed interconnected cultures characterized by mobile pastoralism, horseback warfare, distinctive animal-style art, and richly furnished burial mounds..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mummy of the Ukok Princess (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mummy of the Ukok Princess or Princess of the Altai, one of the Pazyryk burials, dating from the 5th century BCE, found in a kurgan in the remote Ukok Plateau in the Altai Republic in Russia in 1993. Republican National Museum, Gorno-Altaisk."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pazyryk Kurgans (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Pazyryk burials are a series of Iron Age Scythian tombs in the Ukok Plateau, Siberia. The tombs are dated to between the 4th and 3rd Century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Plate with Beardless or Female Archer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Attic plate depicting a Scythian archer, who is beardless and therefore possibly female. The archer is depicted with the traditional hip-slung bow case (gorytos) and a compound bow. Made by Epictetus, dated to 520-500 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Relief of a Scythian Warrior (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Relief of a Scythian warrior with an axe, bow, and spear, 4th-2nd century BCE. Walters Art Museum, Baltimore"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Burial Sites in the North Black Sea Region (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating the current archeological evidence for the spread of the Scythians in the northern Black Sea region. It shows the distribution of the most notable ‘kurgans’ and monumental burial sites of the riding nomads of the Scythian period alongside the Ancient Greeks settlements along the coasts. Special thanks to Patrick Scott Smith for his research and input."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Funeral Procession (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of how a Scythian funeral process may have looked like. A typical Scythian burial mound (or kurgan) is visible in the background."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Gold Comb (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The golden comb of the Scythians, 4th century BCE. From the mound of Solokha in Ukraine. (Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Golden Man (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This costume is a replica of the clothing and armour found in the burial mound of the so-called "Golden Man", in Issyk, present day Kazakhstan. The scourge and sword found among the possessions are also included. The individual is thought to have possibly been a Scythian prince or warrior, although their sex is disputed. Associated with the Saka peoples. 4th-3rd century BCE. This replica by Krym..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Golden Pectoral from Tovsta Mohyla (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Scythian pectoral, created by Greek masters from Athens or Panticapaea, 4th century BCE. Found on 21 June 1971 in a mound of the Scythian period, near the city of Ordzhonikidze of the Dnipropetrovsk region, Ukraine."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Horse Decoration (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Funerary horse decorations. 3rd Century BCE. Associated with the Paryzyk culture, Russia. (Amsterdam Hermitage)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Mirror & Ornaments (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A collection of gold Scythian dress ornaments and a mirror. Collection of the Altes Museum, Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Noblewomen, 4th-3rd Century BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A visualization of Scythian noblewomen in traditional festive garb. Special thanks to Patrick Scott Smith for his research and input."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Quiver & Armour of a Woman, Vergina (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The gold quiver, shin-guards and neck armour of the female in the unlooted 4th Century BCE tomb at Vergina, Greece, discovered in November 1977 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Stag Plaque (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Scythian gold plaque, showing a stag. Western Asia, 5th-4th century BCE. Cleveland Museum of Art, The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase Fund"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Territory (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Google Earth image of the Scythian territorial expanse. Google Earth (Data: SIO, NOAA, U.S. Navy, NGA, GEBCO, Image: Landsat / Copernicus)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Warrior (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's impression of a 7th-6th-century BCE Scythian warrior."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian Warriors (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Scythian warriors, drawn after figures on an electrum cup from the Kul'Oba kurgan burial near Kerch. The warrior on the right is stringing his bow, bracing it behind his knee; note the typical pointed hood, long jacket with fur or fleece trimming at the edges, decorated trousers, and short boots tied at the ankle. The hair seems normally to have been worn long and loose, and beards were apparently..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythian-style Scabbard Decoration (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Sheet-gold decoration for a sword scabbard, c. 340–320 BCE, said to be from near Chaian in the Crimea. Metropolitan Museum of Art"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythians (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A composite image illustrating the various trends in Scythian looks, clothing, weapons, and jewelry inspired by evidence found in Scythian burial sites."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythians Shooting with Bows (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Scythians shooting with bows, from Kerch, c. 475-450 BCE. Photographed at the Louvre, Paris, in 2007."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sychtian Gold Helmet (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ceremonial helmet of a Scythian ruler. 4th century BCE. Found in 1988 near Zrubne village, Donetsk oblast, Ukraine. Museum of Historical Treasures of Ukraine, Kyiv."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Traditional Scythian-Occupied Region East of Ukraine (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the traditional areas inhabited by the Scythians, stretching east from the Ukraine."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Author Talk: The Scythians with Barry Cunliffe (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Brilliant horsemen and great fighters, the Scythians were nomadic horsemen who ranged wide across the grasslands of the Asian steppe from the Altai mountains in the east to the Great Hungarian Plain in the first millennium BC. Their steppe homeland bordered on a number of sedentary states to the south - the Chinese, the Persians and the Greeks - and there were, inevitably, numerous interactions..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "History of the Scythians: an Ancient Nomadic Culture (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Scythians were a nomadic culture that flourished between the seventh and the third centuries BCE, as their territory expanded from Thrace in the west across the Central Asian Steppe (a steppe is basically just an open swathe of grassland), to the Altai mountains in Mongolia. Their name comes from the Greek “to shoot” as they were known for their skill in archery. Even their cousins, the Parthians—also..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythians: Scientific Analysis of the Oxus Treasure (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "British Museum Scientist Aude Mongiatti shares some of her research on the Oxus treasure, a selection of beautiful gold and silver objects from the 5th and 4th centuries BC. Some of the objects from the Oxus treasure are on display in the current exhibition on the Scythians. The analysis of manufacturing techniques has informed the interpretation in the exhibition. The BP exhibition Scythians..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythians: tattooed people of the Siberian steppe (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Curator St John Simpson describes the fascinating and intricate tattoos found on Scythian bodies."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Scythians: the alternative lifestyle of antiquity (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Curator St John Simpson explains how the nomadic Scythians may not have lived in cities, but they still had the skill and desire to live the good life. The BP exhibition Scythians: warriors of ancient Siberia 14 September 2017 – 14 January 2018 #Scythians Book now:https://goo.gl/6iHgXw Supported by BP"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Fearsome Amazons of Greek Mythology (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In Greek mythology, the Amazons were a race of warlike women noted for their riding skills, courage, and pride, who lived at the outer limits of the known world, sometimes specifically mentioned as the city of Themiskyra on the Black Sea. Their queen was Hippolyte, and although Homer tells us they were 'the equal of men', they most famously fought and lost separate battles against three Greek heroes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Scythians (Part One): History, Geography and Romanticism (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This video describes the origin of the Scythians and their civilization. This video was written, prepared, and narrated by David Peterson solely for educational use."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Scythians: Nomad Warriors of the Steppe | Barry Cunliffe | Talks at Google (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Sir Barry Cunliffe has been Professor of European Archaeology at the University of Oxford for 35 years and is Fellow of the British Academy. In this talk, he discusses his latest book "The Scythians: Nomad Warriors of the Steppe" (Sep. 2019), a masterful reconstruction of the lost world of 'The Scythians', who were a nomadic people, brilliant horsemen and highly skilled warriors, roaming across..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Scythians: Nomad Warriors of the Steppe with Barry Cunliffe (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Sir Barry Cunliffe has been Professor of European Archaeology at the University of Oxford for 35 years and is Fellow of the British Academy. In this talk, he discusses his new book "The Scythians: Nomad Warriors of the Steppe", a masterful reconstruction of the lost world of The Scythians, who were brilliant horsemen and great fighters ranging wide across the Asian steppe during the first millennium..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dacia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Dacia was a region inhabited by the Dacians in the north of the Danube (modern Romania). The kingdom of Dacia was the creation of Burebistas (c. 80-44 BCE), who conquered and united several other Dacian principalities. Burebistas practically destroyed the Celtic tribes of the Scordiscii and subjected, or allied with, the Greek cities of the Western Black Sea coast, from Odessus (today's Varna..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Andesite Sun of Sarmizegetusa Regia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Andesite Sun of Sarmizegetusa Regia is an altar that together with the temples in its vicinity formed an assemblage in which religious ceremonies and rituals were performed. It was built during the reign of King Burebista (82/61 – 44 BCE) in 1st century BCE when he moved the Dacian capital from Argedava to Sarmizegetusa. It suffered massive destruction after the Roman conquest in 106. AD."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dacian Altar Piece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is an ancient Roman altar piece — in votive style — to Publius Aelius Marcianus, who was of the decurial order and a holder of higher local offices in Napoca (a city in Roman Dacia). Today, Napoca is Cluj-Napoca, Romania. This lovely altar dates to c. 161-250 CE. Dimensions: height: 75 cm width: 40 cm depth: 34 cm letter size: 5.5-3 cm Transcription: Libero Pa/tri deo/P(ublius..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dacian Prisoner (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A statue of a Dacian prisoner with typical pointed hat (pileus) and costume. From Rome, purple-white marble, date unknown. (Vatican Museums, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dacian Prisoners, Arch of Constantine (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail from the Arch of Constantine I in Rome. Dedicated in 315 CE, the triumphal arch celebrates the emperor's victory over the Roman tyrant Maxentius in 312 CE. Between two Dacian prisoners taken from an earlier monument to Trajan, are two sculpted 3x2 m panels (of 8 in total) which were taken from a now lost monument in honour of Marcus Aurelius (c. 176 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Limestone Sanctuary, Sarmizegetusa Regia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The large limestone sanctuary at Sarmizegetusa Regia was a religious building within the sacred area of the Dacian capital. It was build when Dacian king Burebista (82/61 – 44 BCE) moved his capital to Sarmizegetusa in 1st century BCE. The sanctuary served its purpose until the Roman conquest of Dacia in 106 BCE when it was destroyed. The limestone sanctuary at Sarmizegetusa Regia is a good..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Roman Dacia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Roman province of Dacia, part of modern-day Romania and Serbia, between the era of Trajan (106 CE) and the evacuation of the province in 271 CE. Roman settlements and legion garrisons with Latin names included."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Ptolemaic World (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the known world at the time of the Ptolemaic Empire, ca. 300 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Empire in 125 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Roman Empire and Europe in 125 CE, at the time of Roman emperor Hadrian. "Barbarian" names and locations are given as found in the works of Tacitus (written c. 100 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Tribes in Thrace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the major tribes in Thrace and the surrounding regions."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Dacian Inscription (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is an altar with a votive inscription in Latin from the city of Cluj-Napoca, which is in present-day Romania (Roman Dacia). The altar dates to c. 101-150 CE. height: 45 cm width: 24 cm depth: 19.5 cm letter size: 6-2 cm Transcription: Silvan(o)/Domes(tico) Majuscule: SILVAN DOMES"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Empire in 117 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Roman Empire at its maximum extent in 117 CE, under the rule of Trajan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Rule in the Balkans, c. 200 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map illustrating Roman rule in the Balkans around 200 CE, characterized by significant administrative, military, and cultural integration into the Empire. The region was divided into several provinces (Moesia Superior, Moesia Inferior, Thrace, Dacia, Dalmatia, Achaea, Macedonia, and Epirus,) each governed by Roman officials who oversaw local administration, justice, and tax collection. Urban..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Saints Peter and Paul, from a Catacomb Etching (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "St. Peter and St. Paul etching containing a Chi-Rho"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tropaeum Traiani (Trajan’s Trophy) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Tropaeum Traiani is a triumphal monument built in 109 CE in then Moesia Inferior (present-day Romania) to commemorate Trajan’s victory over the Dacians in 102 CE, in the Battle of Tapae. 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According to legend, Ancient Rome was founded by the two brothers, and demigods, Romulus and Remus, on 21 April 753 BCE. The legend claims that in an argument over who would rule the city (or, in another version, where the city would be located) Romulus killed Remus and named the city after himself. This story of the founding of Rome is the best known but it is not the only one.

Other..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "An Ancient City Beneath Rome: Visiting The Catacombs of Priscilla (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Any visitor to Rome will want to see and explore the popular historical and cultural sites - the Colosseum, the Forum, the Trevi Fountain and, of course, the Vatican. But a large part of the city's ancient history actually lies underground in the tomb-lined tunnels or catacombs that weave beneath the streets of Rome. The city has more than 40 catacombs that extend over hundreds of kilometres..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Roman Family Life (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Whether there was a king, a consul, or an emperor that stood supreme over Rome and its territories, the one constant throughout Roman history was the family. Like many earlier societies, the family was the fundamental social unit in the eternal city, and at its head was the father, or if there were no father, the eldest living male – the Latin expression for this is paterfamilias. One historian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Roman Society (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Rome began as a small city on the banks of the Tiber River in Italy. The Latin tribes (also known as the Latini or Latians) inhabited the region c. 1000 BCE but the founding of the city is dated to 753 BCE. The family was the center and foundation of Roman society with the father as its head. 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During the 1st and 2nd centuries CE, hundreds of columbaria lined the consular highways leading out of Rome, although now only some two dozen are extant. Carefully organised, with neatly stuccoed ceilings, frescoed walls, and mosaic floors, columbaria are not to be confused with catacombs—long rambling..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fall of the Western Roman Empire (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "To many historians, the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century CE has always been viewed as the end of the ancient world and the onset of the Middle Ages, often improperly called the Dark Ages, despite Petrarch's assertion. 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Visitors stand on bridges that were crossed by Julius Caesar and Cicero, walk around temples visited by Roman emperors, and step into churches that have hardly changed since popes celebrated mass in them 16 centuries ago. These architectural survivals are all the more remarkable considering the violent disasters that have struck the city..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Julius Caesar: The Faults Behind the Myth (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Last March marked the anniversary of Julius Caesar's assassination over 2,000 years ago, and after two millennia, his legendary achievements still linger in today's consciousness just as they have for centuries. He was so revered that in Dante's Inferno, his conspirators shared the lowest circle of hell with Judas Iscariot, labeling them the worst sinners in history. 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In 88 BCE, he orchestrated the mass killing of up to 150,000 Roman and Italian noncombatants in a single day, if the number of victims Plutarch gave is to be believed, and over the course of decades, he was embroiled in intermittent..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mythological Re-Enactments in Ancient Roman Spectacle (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "To this day the ancient Romans remain infamous for their dramatic use of spectacle and other forms of entertainment. A lesser known variation of Roman spectacle is the mythological re-enactments that took place during the ludi meridiani (midday spectacle). These performances were not only re-enactments for entertainment's sake, but were also a very real form of execution. The unfortunate souls forced..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nero's Golden House (Domus Aurea) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Nero's Golden House (the Domus Aurea) in Rome was a sumptuous palace complex which played host to the wild parties of one of Rome's most notorious emperors. Besides using the finest marble and decoration such as fine wall-painting and gilded colonnades, the building was also a technical marvel with soaring domes, revolving ceilings, ornamental fountains and even waterfalls running down the walls..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Citizenship (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Citizenship is and always has been a valued possession of any individual. When one studies the majority of ancient empires one finds that the concept of citizenship, in any form, was non-existent. The people in these societies did not and could not participate in the affairs of their government. These governments were either theocratic or under the control of a non-elected sovereign, answerable..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Daily Life (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "From the early days of the Roman Republic through the volatile reigns of such ignoble emperors as Caligula, Nero, and Commodus, the Roman Empire continued to expand, stretching its borders to encompass the entire Mediterranean Sea as well as expanding northward to Gaul and Britain. History records the exploits of the heroes as well as the tirades of the emperors. 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However, plain glass vessels such as cups, bowls, plates, and bottles were also used as everyday containers, in particular, for storing and serving food and drinks. Glass was also used by the Romans for its decorative qualities and could..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Mosaics (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman mosaics were a common feature of private homes and public buildings across the empire from Africa to Antioch. Not only are mosaics beautiful works of art in themselves but they are also an invaluable record of such everyday items as clothes, food, tools, weapons, flora and fauna. They also reveal much about Roman activities like gladiator contests, sports, agriculture, hunting and sometimes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Roads (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Romans built roads over ancient routes and created a huge number of new ones. Engineers were audacious in their plans to join one point to another in as direct a line as possible whatever the difficulties in geography and costs. Consequently, many of the Romans’ long straight roads across their empire have become famous names in their own right. Roman roads included bridges, tunnels, viaducts..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Wall Painting (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The interiors of Roman buildings of all description were very frequently sumptuously decorated using bold colours and designs. 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These sites range from a now-forgotten temple to statues, obelisks..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Slavery in the Roman World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Slavery was an ever-present feature of the Roman world. Slaves served in households, agriculture, mines, the military, workshops, construction and many services. As many as 1 in 3 of the population in Italy or 1 in 5 across the empire were slaves and upon this foundation of forced labour was built the entire edifice of the Roman state. Slavery as An Accepted Reality Slavery, that is complete..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Castor & Pollux (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Castor and Pollux in the Roman Forum of Rome was erected in the final decade of the 1st century BCE, replacing the earlier temple to the twin sons of Jupiter which had stood on the site since 484 BCE. Today only the inner concrete core of the podium and three columns survive of this once massive structure. 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The arch is also a tour de force of political propaganda, presenting Constantine as a living..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Arch of Septimius Severus, Rome (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Arch of Septimius Severus, erected in 203 CE, stands in Rome and commemorates the Roman victories over the Parthians in the final decade of the 2nd century CE. The triple triumphal arch was one of the most richly decorated of its type and even today, although badly damaged, it stands in the Forum Romanum as a lasting and imposing monument to Roman vanity. The arch stands on the Via Sacra in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Arch of Titus, Rome (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Arch of Titus is a Roman Triumphal Arch which was erected by Domitian in c. 81 CE at the foot of the Palatine hill on the Via Sacra in the Forum Romanum, Rome. It commemorates the victories of his father Vespasian and brother Titus in the Jewish War in Judaea (70-71 CE) when the great city of Jerusalem was sacked and the vast riches of its temple plundered. The arch is also a political and religious..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Battle of Zama - The Beginning of Roman Conquest (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Battle of Zama (202 BCE) was the final engagement of the Second Punic War (218-202 BCE) at which Hannibal Barca of Carthage (l. 247-183 BCE) was defeated by Scipio Africanus of Rome (l. 236-183 BCE) ending the conflict in Rome's favor. 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They have been deemed the founding fathers of both socialism..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Column of Marcus Aurelius (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Column of Marcus Aurelius and Faustina which stands in Piazza Colonna in Rome is thought to have been erected by Commodus in memory of his father and mother sometime around 180 CE. The column was inspired by its more famous predecessor Trajan's Column which was set up, also in Rome, in 113 CE. The column carries representations carved in high relief of the emperor's successful military campaigns..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Extent of the Roman Empire (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Time has seen the rise and fall of a number of great empires - the Babylonian, the Assyrian, the Egyptian, and lastly, the Persian. 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Factors Driving..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trajan's Market (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trajan's Market is the name given in the early 20th century CE to a complex of buildings in the imperial fora of Rome constructed in 107-110 CE during the reign of Trajan. The complex included a covered market, small shop fronts and a residential apartment block. The complex was built at one end of Trajan's Forum and includes buildings that had a number of different functions, predominantly commercial..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Underground Rome (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Underground archaeology is a niche topic and is highly specialized. We're talking about simple structures underground, such as those of Roman North Africa (able to withstand the heat), or we can get as extreme, in a mostly urban context, as where the underground archaeological palimpsests are complex and highly suggestive. Pointing the finger at any European capital, we immediately think of the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Visual Chronology of Roman Emperors: Augustus to Constantine (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Julio-Claudian Dynasty Augustus 16 Jan 27 BCE - 19 Aug 14 CE Tiberius 18 Sep 14 CE - 16 Mar 37 CE Caligula 18 Mar 37 CE - 24 Jan 41 CE Claudius 25 Jan 41 CE - 13 Oct 54 CE Nero 13 Oct 54 CE - 11 Jun 68 CE Galba 8 Jun 68 CE - 15 Jan 69 CE Otho 15 Jan 69 CE - 16 Apr 69 CE Vitellius 17 Apr 69 CE - 20 Dec 69 CE The Flavian Dynasty Vespasian 26 Dec 69 CE - 23 Jun 79 CE Titus 24 Jun..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaeans Mosaic from Ulpia Oescus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Achaeans Mosaic from Ulpia Oescus, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 02 April, 2018. These Achaeans mosaic from Ulpia Oescus, dating to the late 2nd or early 3rd century CE. The central panel depicts a scene from Menander's lost comedy The Achaeans, identified by the Greek inscription Menandrou Achaioi ("The Achaeans of Menander"). Regional Historical Museum, Pleven, Bulgaria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Amphitheatre of Serdica (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Amphitheatre of Serdica, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August, 2024. Remains of the Roman amphitheatre of ancient Serdica, modern Sofia, Bulgaria. Built outside the eastern city wall toward the end of the 3rd century CE on an earlier Roman theatre, it could accommodate about 25,000 spectators. Seven seats are preserved today in their original positions."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Forum of Augusta Traiana (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Forum of Augusta Traiana, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 17 August, 2024. The Ancient Forum Complex of Augusta Traiana in modern Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. The surviving remains include part of the city's monumental public centre, with a semicircular auditorium, paved areas and architectural elements reconstructed from the Roman complex."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Roman Society and Social Order (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This infographic illustrates the complexity and layered dynamics of Ancient Roman society. Structured by wealth, citizenship, ancestry, political privilege, and freedom, Roman social order was rigid yet fluid. Although status was sharply defined—especially by gender, with women’s roles tied to fathers or husbands—individuals could move between social contexts, creating overlapping hierarchies and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Serdica Archaeological Complex (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Remains of Roman and Late Antique Serdica preserved in the centre of modern Sofia, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August 2024. The archaeological complex incorporates streets, houses, baths and other structures of the ancient city beneath the modern capital."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Antoninus Pius, Agora, Athens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bust of Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius from the Ancient Agora Museum in Athens, 138-161 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Apicius (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Imaginary portrait of Apicius, famous for his Roman cookbook De Re Coquinaria, from Alexis Soyer's 'Pantropheon'."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aqua Claudia, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The surviving arches of the Aqua Claudia (Claudian Aqueduct) in Rome. Completed in the 1st century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ara Pacis Augustae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Ara Pacis Augustae or Altar of the Augustan Peace in Rome. Built to celebrate the return of Augustus to Rome in 13 BCE following campaigns in Spain and Gaul, it is a masterpiece of Roman sculpture and, in particular, portraiture. Officials and the Imperial family are depicted in an animated procession in the relief panels on the exterior of the altar. (Museo dell'Ara Pacis, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arch of Constantine I (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The north side of the Arch of Constantine I in Rome. Dedicated in 315 CE, the triumphal arch celebrates the emperor's victory over the Roman tyrant Maxentius in 312 CE. It is the largest surviving triumphal arch and the last great Imperial Roman monument."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arch of Janus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Arch of Janus in the forum Boarium of Rome, constructed in the 4th century CE. The four-way marble arch probably acted as a boundary marker and, perhaps not coincidentally, stands directly over the Great Drain or Cloaca Maxima which fed into the river Tiber."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arch of Septimius Severus, Rome [Side View] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The triumphal arch of Septimius Severus in the Forum Romanum of Rome, erected in 203 CE to commemorate victory over the Parthians."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Arch of Titus, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Triumphal Arch of Titus, erected in c. 81 CE by Domitian to commemorate his brother Titus' campaigns in the Jewish War (70-71 CE). Forum Romanum, Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assassination of Julius Caesar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Death of Julius Caesar, painting by Vincenzo Cammuccini, c. 1804-1805. Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Augustus of Prima Porta (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Augustus of Prima Porta, statue of the emperor Augustus in Museo Chiaramonti, Vatican, Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aurelian Wall (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Section of the Aurelian Walls in Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Basilica of Santa Sabina, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Basilica of Santa Sabina on the Aventine Hill in Rome was constructed at the time of Pope Celestine I (422-432 CE). It is a major example of the architectural characteristics of an Early Christian basilica. It also preserves its original 5th-century wooden doors, depicting Early Christian imagery."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Baths of Caracalla (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman baths complex in the south of Rome known as the Baths of Caracalla were probably commissioned by Septimius Severus but were opened by his son Caracalla in 216 CE and finished c. 235 CE. They are one of the best preserved bath complexes from antiquity and could accommodate as many as 8,000 bathers. The building was some 30 metres high and covered an area of 337 x 328 m."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bikini Mosaic (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "3rd Century mosaic of Bikini Girls at the Villa Romana at Piazza Armerina in Sicily."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bishop's Basilica of Philippopolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mosaic floor of the Bishop's Basilica of Philippopolis (Plovdiv today), photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 10 August, 2024. The vast early Christian basilica was built in the 4th century CE and decorated with elaborate geometric and figural mosaics."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Brennus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Modern depiction of Brennus, on display in the Musée national de la Marine."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Brennus Throws His Swords on the Scale (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Vae victis! Woe to the vanquished! Brennus throws his sword on the scale after the sack of Rome in 390 BCE. Print by Ludwig Gottlieb Portman, based on the drawing of Jacobus Buys, 1794"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze As coin from the Roman Republic (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is one of the first Roman portrait coins. Roman Republican coins did not usually depict living people, although a statue of the politician Sulla appeared on a coin during his lifetime. The son of Pompey the Great adapted a traditional coin design by giving the god Janus the features of his deceased father. Bronze as coin, from the Roman Republic, circa 154 BCE. Rome, Italy. Moneyer C. Scribonius..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze Head of Septimius Severus from Deultum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze Head of Septimius Severus from Deultum, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 16 August, 2024. Bronze head of Septimius Severus (r. 193–211 CE) from a larger-than-life-size statue, found in the forum area of Deultum (Colonia Flavia Pacis Deultensium). The statue, probably about 2 m high, likely formed part of a public or imperial display. The bronze bears evidence of fire damage. Late..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bull's Head Architectural Decoration from Ulpia Oescus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bull's Head Architectural Decoration from Ulpia Oescus, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 02 April, 2018. Carved bull's head decorating an architectural block from Ulpia Oescus, near modern Gigen, Bulgaria. Traces of the original red-painted decoration are still visible around the head and the surrounding vegetal ornament."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Caesar's Campaign against the Belgae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Caesar's campaign against the Belgae tribe in Gaul, 57 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Caesar's Campaign against the Helvetii (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Caesar's campaign against the Helvetii in Gaul, 58 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cardo Maximus of Serdica (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Cardo Maximus of Serdica, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August, 2024. The cardo maximus, the main north–south street of Roman Serdica, preserved in the Ancient Serdica Archaeological Complex in Sofia, Bulgaria. The street connected the northern and southern gates and was originally almost twice as wide, with colonnaded porticoes along both sides. The surviving pavement dates mainly..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cardo of Nicopolis ad Istrum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Cardo of Nicopolis ad Istrum, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August, 2024. A paved cardo at Nicopolis ad Istrum, Bulgaria. The city followed an orthogonal street plan, with cardines running north–south and decumani east–west. This street, immediately east of the forum, has been traced for 407 m (1,335 ft)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Carthage during the Punic Wars (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Carthaginian Empire and its losses during the Punic Wars."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Castel Sant'Angelo, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome. The building was first constructed as a mausoleum for Roman Emperor Hadrian (r. 117-138)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Church of Saint Mary of Loreto, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Santa Maria di Loreto, Rome. The church was designed by the Italian Renaissance architect Antonio da Sangallo the Younger (1484-1546). Construction began on this church in 1507, although the dome would not be completed for around 75 years."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Church of St George in Serdica (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Church of St. George in Sardica, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August, 2024. The Church of St George in Sofia, Bulgaria, a circular brick building dating to the early 4th century CE, when Serdica served as an imperial residence under Galerius and Constantine the Great. Originally part of a larger Roman complex, the rotunda was later converted into a Christian church. Roman and Late..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Circus Maximus [Present Day] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The view of Rome's Circus Maximus in the present day. The original circus lies 9 m below ground level and was first laid out in the 6th century BCE. The present site was remodelled in the 1930s CE to resemble the original."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Circus Maximus Reconstruction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An illustration of what the Circus Maximus chariot track of Rome might have looked like. The Circus Maximus dates back to the 6th century BCE but was at its most splendid in the 1st century CE when it had a capacity for 250,000 spectators who watched chariot races, games, gladiatorial contests and public executions."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coin of Roma or Bellona (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver denarius minted by M Servilius depicting the goddess Roma or Bellona on the obverse. On the reverse are two soldiers, with their horses in the background. c. 100 BCE. Rome. (British Museum)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Colosseum Floor (Hypogea) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the underground rooms of the Colosseum. The Flavian amphitheater, built between 72 and 80 AD, has two floors built below the cavea, using what was perhaps the pond of Nero."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Columbarium 1 at Vigna Codini: Loculi & Central Pillar (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Columbarium, excavated in 1840 CE, on strip of land between Via Latina and Via Appia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Columbarium 3 at Vigna Codini: View of Double Staircase (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This largely first-century CE columbarium in Rome, discovered in 1852 CE, was once lined with marble. It is very 'up-market' in that the epitaphs are all preoccupied with status, even though the deceased are slaves and freed slaves. It was operating into the second century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Column of Phocas, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The column of Phocas in the Roman Forum, Rome. The column is 13 metres high and stands on a brick base surrounded by marble steps. The inscription on the base reveals that the column was dedicated to Phocas, a centurion who became emperor of Byzantium in 602 CE. A statue of the emperor would have once stood on top of the column. It is the last Roman monument constructed in the forum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Common Types of Gladiators in Ancient Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This illustration depicts the main types of gladiators in ancient Rome, professional fighters who became central to the bloody spectacles of the amphitheater. Drawn from diverse backgrounds: slaves, prisoners of war, criminals, and even freeborn volunteers seeking fame or fortune, gladiators trained in specialized schools to master weapons, tactics, and endurance. They were classified into distinctive..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Copper Coin Depicting Roma (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A copper coin depicting the goddess Roma, a personification of Rome, or the war goddess Bellona on the obverse. On the reverse, the prow of a ship and the title "ROMA". Minted in Rome c. 217-215 BCE. (British Museum)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cremated Ivory Cupids from a Funeral Couch, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "After cremation, the incinerated bones were picked out and sorted from the charred wood of the fire and the couch on which the body had been laid. While the bones would be collected and placed into an urn, the remains of the wood and couch were gathered and placed in a special jar to be buried under the floor of the columbarium. These ivory cupids, from the Capitoline Museum, on display in 1997..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Crypta Balbi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of one of the areas of Crypta Balbi, the site, which is one of the most complex among the sites of underground Rome, presents different phases ranging from Roman times until 1700 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Crypta Balbi, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of one of the areas of Crypta Balbi , the site, which is one of the most complex among the sites of underground Rome, presents different phases ranging from Roman times until 1700."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "De Re Coquinaria ('The Art of Cooking') (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "1541 CE manuscript of Apicius' De Re Coquinaria - a Roman cookbook - here named De Re Culinaria."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Decumanus Maximus of Augusta Traiana (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Decumanus Maximus of Augusta Traiana, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 17 August, 2024. The decumanus maximus, the main east–west street of Augusta Traiana, preserved in the centre of modern Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. The broad stone-paved street was lined with porticoes and shops and formed one of the principal routes through the Roman city."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Decumanus Maximus of Serdica (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Decumanus Maximus of Serdica, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August, 2024. The decumanus maximus, the main east–west street of Roman Serdica, preserved in the Ancient Serdica Archaeological Complex in Sofia, Bulgaria. The street connected the eastern and western gates and was originally lined with colonnaded porticoes. The surviving pavement dates largely to the 6th century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Deer Mosaic from the Small Basilica of Philippopolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mosaic depicting a deer grazing beside a plant in the Small Basilica of Philippopolis (Plovdiv today), photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 10 August, 2024. Dating to the 5th century CE, it formed part of the rich mosaic decoration of the early Christian church."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail of the Arch of Titus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Detail shot of the Arch of Titus in the Forum Romanum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Eastern Gate of Philippopolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Eastern Gate of Philippopolis, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 10 August, 2024. The monumental eastern entrance to Roman Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv), Bulgaria. A broad paved street led from the gate into the city and was lined with Corinthian colonnades and shops. The gate incorporated an earlier honorary arch dating to the reign of Hadrian."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Episcopal Complex at Novae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Episcopal Complex at Novae, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 13 August, 2024. The Episcopal Complex at Novae, Bulgaria. Developed from the early 5th century CE, the complex included a large three-aisled basilica, a baptistery, a smaller basilica, an episcopal residence, and facilities for pilgrims. It became the religious centre of the Late Antique town."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Exterior, Terme di Caracalla, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Baths of Caracalla, Rome. Completed 235 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Family Portrait and Mythological Mosaic from Villa Armira (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Family Portrait and Mythological Mosaic from Villa Armira, photograph by Камен Ханджиев, Bulgaria, 28 August, 2017. Mosaic floor from Room 10 at Villa Armira, near Ivaylovgrad, Bulgaria, dating to the 2nd century CE. The pavement combines geometric decoration with panels depicting mythological figures and a remarkable family portrait showing the owner of the villa with his two children."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Foro Italico (Inaugurated As Foro Mussolini) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 1937 photograph of the Foro Italico sports complex in Rome, initially called the 'Foro Mussolini' after Benito Mussolini (1883-1945), the leader of Fascist Italy. It was designed in 1927 by architect Enrico Del Debbio, and then inaugurated in 1932. The facility is decorated with statues symbolising various sporting activities. (Dutch National Archives)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Forum of Augustus, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A reconstruction of the Forum of Augustus in Rome with the temple of Mars Ultor, late 1st century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Forum of Nicopolis ad Istrum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Forum of Nicopolis ad Istrum, photograph by Carole Raddato, 12 August, 2024. The forum of Nicopolis ad Istrum, Bulgaria. The paved square was surrounded by an Ionic colonnade and contained pedestals for marble and bronze statues of emperors and members of the imperial family. Shops occupied its eastern and southern sides, while a large building on the north probably served as a civic basilica..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Forum of Philippopolis – North (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Northern side of the Roman Forum in Philippopolis, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 10 August, 2024. The northern section of the Roman Forum of Philippopolis, modern Plovdiv, Bulgaria. This monumental side of the forum served as the city's administrative centre and included public buildings such as the Odeon/Bouleuterion, a library, and a treasury."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Forum of Philippopolis – West (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Western side of the Roman Forum in Philippopolis, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 10 August, 2024. The western section of the Roman Forum of Philippopolis, modern Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Shops (tabernae) stood behind a colonnaded portico overlooking the central forum square."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Forum Romanum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Forum Romanum in Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Government of the Roman Republic (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This infographic illustrates the government of the Roman Republic (c. 509–27 BCE), a political system that combined elements of monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy. Over nearly five centuries, the Republic developed institutions designed to distribute authority, prevent tyranny, and balance the interests of Rome’s social classes. At its core, executive power was held by two consuls, elected..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hannibal on Surus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hannibal Crossing the Alps on Elephants, oil on canvas painting by Nicolas Poussin, c. 1625-1626. Hannibal Barca, famed Carthaginian general, crossed the Alps in 218 BCE during the Second Punic War. The crossing was planned as a move that would bypass Roman troops in northwestern Italy and strike at the very heart of the Roman Republic. Although many troops and animals died in the crossing, Hannibal's..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "House of Felix in Serdica (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "House of Felix in Serdica, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August, 2024. Remains of the so-called House of Felix in ancient Serdica, modern Sofia, Bulgaria. The large Late Antique residence was built in the 4th century CE on an earlier Roman bath complex and featured a reception hall with an elaborate mosaic floor."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Imperial Fora, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A diagram of the Imperial Fora of Rome. In the centre is Trajan's Forum and above it the semicircular-fronted Trajan's Market. On the left is the Basilica Ulpia. To the right is the Forum of Augustus and below it Caesar's Forum. On the far right is Nerva's Forum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Inscription Honouring Hadrian from Nicopolis ad Istrum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Inscription Honouring Hadrian from Nicopolis ad Istrum, photograph by Kalin Chakarov, Bulgaria, 14 October, 2024. Marble statue base bearing a Greek honorary inscription to Emperor Hadrian (r. 117-138 CE), erected by the council (boule) and people (demos) of Ulpia Nicopolis ad Istrum (Bulgaria) in 136 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Italian Penninsula (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Principal areas of the Italian penninsula and its vincinity up to the Second Punic War (218 BC)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of 2nd Century Roman Expansion (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the early expansions of Rome, in the 2nd century BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Christian Pilgrimage in the Middle Ages, c. 1000 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the changing patterns of Christian pilgrimage during the Middle Ages: for most Europeans the long, perilous, and costly journey to the Holy Land was too far, dangerous, and forbiddingly expensive, so devotion redirected toward nearer shrines. Routes now funneled the faithful to regional sanctuaries where relics of saints and martyrs promised spiritual merit closer to home..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Cnut the Great’s Pilgrimage to Rome in 1027 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The pilgrimage of Cnut the Great (reign in England 1016–1035; Denmark 1018–1035; Norway 1028–1035) to Rome in 1027 illustrates the intersection of kingship, religion, and diplomacy in early medieval Europe. As ruler of a maritime North Sea realm linking England and Scandinavia, Cnut sought both spiritual legitimacy and political recognition through his journey to the center of Latin Christendom..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Emperor Hadrian’s 4 Journeys Across the Roman Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman Empire under Hadrian (reign 117–138 CE) marked a shift from the expansionism of Trajan toward consolidation, frontier security, and closer imperial administration. Hadrian inherited an empire at its greatest territorial extent, but he abandoned most of Trajan's recent conquests beyond the Euphrates and favored more defensible frontiers. His extensive journeys between 117 and 133 CE formed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Hannibal's Route into Italy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hannibal's route into Italy in the Second Punic War."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Roman Hispania under Hadrian, c. 125 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Hispania under Hadrian (reign 117–138 CE) represented the outcome of a long and often violent process of conquest, beginning during the Second Punic War (218–201 BCE) and concluding with the Cantabrian Wars (29–19 BCE). By c. 125 CE, the peninsula was governed through three principal provinces: the imperial provinces of Tarraconensis and Lusitania and the senatorial province of Baetica. Provincial..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Rome fragment (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Forma Urbis (marble plan of ancient Rome) from the Via Anicia, fragment depicting the late Republican Temple of Castor and Pollux in Circo Flaminio, 1st half of 2nd century CE (National Museum of Rome, Baths of Diocletian, Rome)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Early Christian Pilgrimage (4th-5th Century) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The rise of Christian pilgrimage begins after the conversion of Emperor Constantine (reign 306–337 CE) and the legalization of Christianity in the Edict of Milan (313 CE). The word pilgrim comes from the Latin peregrinus meaning “stranger” or “one on a journey,” reflecting both physical travel and spiritual quest. From the 4th century onward, journeys to holy places became an integral part of Christian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Hadrian’s Second Eastern Tour, 128–133 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hadrian’s second eastern tour (128–133 CE) was the longest and most complex journey of his reign, combining cultural patronage, diplomacy, provincial administration, and ultimately war. Hadrian (reign 117–138 CE) travelled through Greece and Asia Minor before moving into Syria and the eastern frontier, visiting cities such as Palmyra and Antioch and maintaining the diplomatic settlement with the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Iron Age La Tène Culture c.400 BCE - c.50 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the extent of the La Tène culture, a key phase of the European Iron Age that flourished from around 450 BCE until the Roman conquests in the 1st century BCE. It highlights the widespread influence of early Celtic societies across Central and Western Europe, from the Alps to the British Isles. Named after a major archaeological site on Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland, the La..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Journeys of Paul the Apostle, c. 46-63 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The journeys of Paul the Apostle, also known as Saul of Tarsus, unfolded during the mid-1st century CE within the highly interconnected world of the Roman Empire under Claudius (reign 41-54 CE) and Nero (reign 54-68 CE). One of the earliest historically attested Christian figures, Paul played a decisive role in transforming Christianity from a localized Jewish movement into a transregional Mediterranean..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Kingdom of the Vandals (435–534 CE) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Kingdom of the Vandals and Alans (435–534 CE) emerged as one of the most significant post-Roman states in the western Mediterranean. Founded after the Vandals, a Germanic people originally from Central Europe, and the Alans, an Iranian-speaking Sarmatian group, migrated across Gaul and Iberia, it was established in North Africa under King Gaiseric (reign 428–477 CE). From their capital at Carthage..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Rise & Fall of Carthaginian Power, c. 650–146 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Carthage (traditionally founded c. 814/813 BCE; destroyed 146 BCE) emerged from the wider Phoenician colonial world to become the leading Punic power in the western Mediterranean. From roughly the 7th century BCE, its influence expanded through maritime trade, naval strength, treaty relationships, colonies, fortified ports, and commercial networks across North Africa, Sardinia, western Sicily, the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Conquest of Italy (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map shows the Roman conquest of Italy from 500 BCE to 218 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Empire in 125 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the Roman Empire and Europe in 125 CE, at the time of Roman emperor Hadrian. "Barbarian" names and locations are given as found in the works of Tacitus (written c. 100 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Empire under Septimius Severus, 193-211 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The reign of Septimius Severus (193–211 CE) marked a decisive turning point in the late Roman Empire, characterized by military strength, dynastic ambition, and increasing centralization of imperial authority. Rising to power amid the chaos of the Year of the Five Emperors (193 CE), Severus consolidated his position through strategic alliances and decisive victories over rivals such as Pescennius..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Republic on the eve of the Mithridatic Wars (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "By the late 2nd century BCE, following its victories in the Punic Wars (264–146 BCE), the Roman Republic had become the dominant power in the Mediterranean world. Roman authority extended from the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa to Greece, the Aegean, and western Asia Minor, transforming a city-state republic into a far-reaching imperial system. This expansion was driven by sustained military..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the The Roman Empire under the Flavian Dynasty, c. 96 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman Empire at the close of the Flavian dynasty (69–96 CE) reflected a period of political recovery and administrative consolidation following the Year of the Four Emperors. Vespasian (r. 69–79 CE) founded a new imperial house, followed by Titus (reign 79–81 CE) and Domitian (reign 81–96 CE). The Flavians strengthened provincial government, expanded imperial administration, reinforced the army..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Voyage of Aeneas from Troy to the Origins of Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The voyage of Aeneas, Trojan prince and hero of The Aeneid, belongs to Rome’s foundation mythology rather than historical record. Composed by Virgil (70–19 BCE) between 29–19 BCE, during the reign of Augustus (reign 27 BCE–14 CE), the epic reimagines events traditionally placed after the fall of Troy (c. 12th century BCE). Through Aeneas, Virgil connects the heroic world of Greece with Augustan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Year of the Four Emperors, 69 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Year of the Four Emperors (69 CE) was a moment of deep instability in the Roman Empire, marked by the rapid succession of Galba (June 68–January 69 CE), Otho (January–April 69 CE), Vitellius (April–December 69 CE), and Vespasian (69–79 CE). Following the death of Nero (reign 54–68 CE), the last of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, Rome was plunged into civil war as competing generals, provincial armies..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Matthew Kneale (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Author of Rome: A History in Seven Sackings Photo by Liana Miuccio"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mausoleum of Augustus [Rear View] (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Mausoleum of Augustus, Rome. Completed in 28 BCE, it was the largest tomb ever constructed in the Roman world."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mosaic in Opus Vermiculatum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman mosaic with white tesserae featuring a central panel (emblema) in opus vermiculatum (micro tesserae), Floor of the triclinium of a Roman villa in Via Ardeatina in Rome, first quarter of the 1st century BCE. The above panel depicts a cat trying to catch a bird in flight. The lower panel shows two ducks one of which is holding a lotus flower. Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, Rome."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "National Archaeological Museum of Sofia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "National Archaeological Museum of Sofia, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 09 August, 2024. The central hall of the National Archaeological Museum in Sofia, Bulgaria. Housed in the former Büyük Mosque, the museum contains important archaeological collections spanning Bulgaria's prehistory, Thracian, Greek, Roman and Late Antique periods."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Odysseus & the Sirens (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman mosaic depicting Odysseus and the Sirens. From Dougga (Tunisia), 2nd century CE. In Homer's Odyssey, Odysseus' ship sails past the island of the Sirens. The hero is tied to the mast of his ship to resist the allure of the Sirens' song. The creatures are depicted as women with the legs and wings of birds, equipped with a variety of musical instruments. Bardo National Museum, Tunisia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ostia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Ostia Antica, the ancient port of Rome, at the mouth of the Tiber River."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pantheon Front, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The front of the Pantheon in Rome, dated to the first part of emperor Hadrian’s reign, probably between 117-126-8 CE. Hadrian copied the inscription present on an earlier building that used to stand on the same spot, built around 25 BCE by Agrippa. It states the following: M(arcus) A(grippa) L(ucius) F(ilius) Co(n)s(ul) Tertium Fecit Marcus Agrippa, son of Lucius, three times consul, made this."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pantheon, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Pantheon of Rome, completed in c. 125 CE under the reign of Hadrian. The exact function of the building in antiquity is not known, no other example is known in Rome of a temple to all the gods (as its name suggests) and it was, therefore, more likely built as a building or temple for a ruler cult."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Peacock Mosaic from the Bishop's Basilica of Philippopolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Peacock mosaic at the main entrance to the Bishop's Basilica of Philippopolis (Plovdiv today), photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 10 August, 2024. The peacock, an ancient symbol of immortality adopted by early Christians, decorated the threshold between the narthex and the nave."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Principia of Novae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Principia of Novae, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 13 August, 2024. The principia (legionary headquarters) of Novae, Bulgaria. Situated at the centre of the fortress, the complex contained a monumental entrance, colonnaded courtyard, basilica, administrative rooms and the aedes, where the standards of Legio I Italica were kept."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Procession of Dionysus Mosaic from Augusta Traiana (Detail) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Procession of Dionysus Mosaic from Augusta Traiana (Detail), photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 17 August, 2024. Detail of the Procession of Dionysus Mosaic from Augusta Traiana (modern Stara Zagora), Bulgaria. Dating to the first half of the 4th century CE, the mosaic decorated a large Late Roman residence and depicts members of the thiasos, the retinue of Dionysus, including two dancing..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Reconstruction of Area Sacra di Largo Argentina, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A digital reconstruction Temple B in the Area Sacra di Largo Argentina, Rome. The reconstruction is based on how the temple may have appeared when it was built in 101 BCE. Made by NeoMam Studios and THISISRENDER in collaboration with Expedia. 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Built around the middle of the 2nd century CE and later enlarged, the complex drew on the town's natural hot mineral springs and included a nymphaeum, or sanctuary of the nymphs."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Collection at the Archaeological Museum of Varna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Collection at the Archaeological Museum of Varna, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 15 August, 2024. The Roman collection at the Archaeological Museum of Varna, Bulgaria, includes sculpture, funerary monuments, and architectural elements from ancient Odessos and the surrounding region."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Fortifications of Diocletianopolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Fortifications of Diocletianopolis, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 17 August, 2024. The Late Roman fortifications of Diocletianopolis (modern Hisarya), Bulgaria. Built in the late 3rd and early 4th centuries CE, the walls were constructed of stone masonry with bands of brick and extended for more than 2.3 km around the ancient city."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Roads: Engineering an Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman roads were an extensive system of overland routes developed, expanded, and maintained across the Roman world to connect cities, ports, military zones, and provincial centers. 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Most of the structure now lies beneath the modern city centre."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Street at Deultum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Street at Deultum, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 16 August, 2024. A stone-paved Roman street beside the public baths of Deultum (modern Debelt), Bulgaria. The Roman colony was laid out on a regular street grid, with the monumental bath complex occupying part of its central urban area."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Street at Ulpia Oescus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Street at Ulpia Oescus, photograph by Carole Raddato, 02 April, 2018. The best-preserved Roman street at Ulpia Oescus, near modern Gigen, Bulgaria. The paved street ran between the public baths and a row of shops and is surrounded by architectural fragments from the city's monumental buildings."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Theatre of Philippopolis (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Theatre of Philippopolis, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 2010. The Roman Theatre of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv), Bulgaria, was built in the late 1st century CE between two of the city's hills. It features seating and a stage that overlook the lower city and the Rhodope Mountains. The theatre could accommodate about 6,000 spectators and hosted theatrical performances, public..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Thermae of Odessos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Thermae of Odessos, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 15 August, 2024. The Roman Thermae of Odessos (modern Varna), Bulgaria. 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Musée Paul Valéry"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Saint Peter's Basilica, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome. The dome was completed in 1590, and the church was consecrated in 1626. It is considered a triumph of Renaissance architecture."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Side View, Arch of Constantine (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Arch of Constantine in Rome, built in c. 315 CE to commemorate the Roman emperor's victory over Maxentius in 312 CE. 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The gate formed part of the Late Roman fortifications built around the city in the late 3rd and early 4th centuries CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "St Peter Consecrates St Lawrence as Deacon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "St Peter Consecrates St Lawrence as Deacon, painting by Fra Angelico, photograph by Louis-garden, Vatican City, 06 November, 2007. This fresco by Early Renaissance master, Fra Angelico, was part of a commission by Pope Nicolas V to paint the Niccoline Chapel in the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican (1447-1449 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Divus Antoninus Pius and Diva Faustina is an ancient Roman temple in Rome, adapted to the 17th century church of San Lorenzo in Miranda. It stands in the Forum Romanum, on the Via Sacra. The temple was begun in 141 CE by Antoninus Pius and was initially dedicated to his deceased and deified wife, Faustina the Elder. When Antoninus Pius was deified after his death in 161 CE, the temple..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Castor & Pollux (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The three remaining Corinthian columns of the Temple of Castor & Pollux in the Roman Forum, Rome. The present temple dates from the end of the 1st century BCE and early 1st century CE but replaced a temple also dedicated to the demi-god twins of Zeus built in 484 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Fortuna at Ulpia Oescus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Temple of Fortuna at Ulpia Oescus, photograph by Carole Raddato, Bulgaria, 02 April, 2018. 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This was supervised by the quaestors during the Roman Republic."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Venus and Roma, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Venus and Rome (Templum Veneris et Romae) is thought to have been the largest temple in Ancient Rome. The architect was the emperor Hadrian and construction began in 121 CE. It was officially inaugurated by Hadrian in 135 CE, and finished in 141 CE under Antoninus Pius. Damaged by fire in 307 CE, it was restored with alterations by the emperor Maxentius."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Vesta, Rome (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 1st century BCE circular temple of Vesta (or Hercules), by the Tiber in Rome. The unusually tall Corinthian columns of Pentelic marble would once have been topped by an entablature. 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The head of the household was the father (the pater familias) who had complete control over the lives of his wife, children, and slaves. This paradigm was justified, in part, by one of the stories related to the foundational myth of Rome in which the demigods Romulus and Remus argue, Romulus kills Remus, and Romulus founds the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Painted Garden, Villa of Livia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=PPyqEsyVmIQ Painted Garden, Villa of Livia, fresco, 30-20 B.C.E. 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The aim of Augustus and his successors was to guarantee law, order, and security within the empire, even if this meant separating it from the rest of the world and defending, or even expanding, its borders through..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pompey the Great - Statesman and General of the Roman Republic (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, also known as Pompey or Pompey the Great, was a military leader and politician during the fall of the Roman Republic. He was born in 106 BCE and died on 28th September 48 BCE. His father was Gnaeus Pompeius Strabo. 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For more about the project, please see: www.romereborn.virginia.edu..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rome, Italy: Roman Forum (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More info about travel to Rome: http://www.ricksteves.com/europe/italy/rome The Roman Forum was the political, religious, and commercial heart of the city. Rome's most important monuments, temples and halls of justice were built here. As Rome's empire expanded, these few acres of land near the Tiber became the navel of the civilized world. All roads did lead to Rome. At http://www.ricksteves.com..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rome: An Empire's Story with Greg Woolf (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "In our interview with Greg Woolf, we chat all about the second edition of his book Rome: An Empire's Story. What's the book about? Well, It's a total history of Rome. It starts with the 8th century BCE, when it's just a scatter of villages, which we only know through archaeology, and it ends up at the 8th century CE, when Arab armies have conquered Egypt and Syria and swept along North Africa and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rome: Ancient Glory (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Part one of three on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world. Focusing on the grandeur of classical Rome, we'll marvel at the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the empire's exquisite art. Then we'll go offbeat by bicycle to see the Appian Way and marvels of Roman engineering. © 2012 Rick Steves' Europe"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rome: Strategy of Empire with James Lacey (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Join World History Encyclopedia as they sit down with author and historian James Lacey to chat all about Rome: Strategy of Empire, the first work to lay out Roman strategic thinking from its start under Augustus until its final demise in 476 CE From Octavian's victory at Actium (31 bc) to its traditional endpoint in the West (476), the Roman Empire lasted a solid 500 years—an impressive number..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Romulus and Remus: a History of a Nation in Coins (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This latest AHE video takes a look at how the Roman people represented the myth of Romulus and Remus on their coinage. 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Hadrian constructed this temple dedicated to two deities, necessitating its two cellae, back to back, for each cult statue. Maxentius almost entirely rebuilt the temple, on an even more magnificent scale. The remains..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ten Fun Facts About Ancient Rome that you Need to Know! (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Roman culture affected vast numbers of people across the known world of its time, beginning with the rise of the Roman Republic (509-27 BCE) and throughout the duration of the Roman Empire (27 BCE - c. 476 CE in the West and 1453 CE in the East). The Roman Empire at its height (c. 122 CE) extended from Italy to Britain down to Greece and North Africa to Egypt, the Levant, Asia Minor, and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ancient Roman Emperor Hadrian (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Hadrian (l. 78-138 CE) was emperor of Rome (r. 117-138 CE) and is recognized as the third of the Five Good Emperors (Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninus Pius, and Marcus Aurelius) who ruled justly. His reign marked the height of the Roman Empire, usually given as c. 117 CE, and provided a firm foundation for his successor. Of all his significant monuments and buildings, Hadrian's Wall in northern..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ancient Romans at War - Warfare and Strategy (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Warfare was remarkably successful over many centuries and across many territories. This was due to several important factors. Italy was a peninsula not easily attacked, there was a huge pool of fighting men to draw upon, a disciplined and innovative army, a centralised command and line of supply, expert engineers, and effective diplomacy through a network of allies. Further, Rome’s allies..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Brutal History of the Colosseum in 3D (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Colosseum: Ancient Rome’s Super Stadium - in stunning 3D! Step into the blood-pumping heart of the Roman Empire and experience the awe-inspiring story of the Colosseum—the ultimate symbol of power, engineering, and spectacle. From gladiators clashing for survival to epic naval battles fought on a flooded arena floor, this is ancient history as you've never seen it before. Dive into the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Crisis of the Third Century Explained (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Crisis of the Third Century (also known as the Imperial Crisis, 235-284 CE) was the period in the history of the Roman Empire during which it splintered into three separate political entities: the Gallic Empire, the Roman Empire, and the Palmyrene Empire. These breakaway empires, as well as the social turmoil and chaos which characterized the period, resulted from a number of factors: a shift..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Cult of the Emperor in the Roman Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that Rome’s Imperial Cult never claimed the living emperor was a god? This video is all about the Imperial Cult or the cult of the emperor of ancient Rome, what it meant, and how it worked. The Imperial Cult of ancient Rome was a state religion that deified the emperor (and sometimes members of his family) after his death and encouraged cultural and political unity. The emperor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Famous Baths of the Roman Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman Baths were designed for bathing and relaxing and were a common feature of cities throughout the Roman empire. Baths included a wide diversity of rooms with different temperatures, as well as swimming pools and places to read, relax, and socialise. Roman baths, with their large covered spaces, were important drivers in architectural innovation, notably in the use of domes. Baths and the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Five Good Emperors of the Roman Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that the term Five Good Emperors is from the modern era? This video is all about five emperors of the Roman Empire that are collectively known as the good emperors. The first of the five, Nerva, reigned from 96 to 98 CE, taking the throne after Domitian of the Flavian Dynasty had been assassinated. Trajan reigned from 98 to 117 and was regarded as a great emperor early on. Hadrian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Flavian Dynasty of the Roman Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Flavian Emperors were a dynasty of Roman emperors who ruled from 69 to 96 CE. They consisted of three emperors: Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian. - Vespasian (ruled 69-79 CE) was a skilled military commander who rose to power during the Year of the Four Emperors, a period of civil war following the death of Nero. He successfully established stability in Rome and is known for his efforts in rebuilding..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Founding of Rome: The Story of Romulus and Remus in Roman Mythology (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The founding of Rome is a legendary tale about the twins and demigods, Romulus and Remus. In Roman mythology, Romulus and Remus were the sons of Rhea Silvia and either the god Mars or the demigod Hercules. Also, in order to synthesise the myth of Aeneas, a Trojan prince who had fought in the Trojan War before setting off to Italy to establish the Roman bloodline, Romulus and Remus were believed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Ides of March: the Assassination of Julius Caesar (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Ides of March marks the day of the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BCE. On the 15th of March, some of Julius Caesar's enemies and even friends turned against him in the fear that he was becoming too much like a king, especially since he had become dictator for life. Veni Vidi Vici, Julius Caesar’s famous line meaning `I came, I saw, I conquered’ is one of the most famous quotes from..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Jolly Roman Festival of Saturnalia (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that the festive greeting Io Saturnalia to the Romans was much like Merry Christmas, or Happy Holidays is to us today? This video is all about the earliest predecessor to Christmas, the Roman festival of Saturnalia. The Ancient Roman Festival of Saturnalia began as a one-day festival in honor of the Roman god Saturn, but by the late Republic, it spanned over an entire week. 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How long have humans been creating cities? All of these questions and more will be discussed in this interview! The Life and Death of Ancient Cities is not like your dusty old history book, but presents the history, growth..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Lives of Ancient Roman Women (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The lives of ancient Roman women and the exact roles played by them both in ancient Rome and all throughout the ancient world are pretty obscure, due to the focus of both the ancient male writers, and the nineteenth and twentieth-century male scholars, who largely ignored them. 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In recent decades, the study of the Eastern Roman Empire, also known as Byzantium, has been revolutionized by new approaches and more sophisticated models for how its society and state operated. No longer looked upon as a pale facsimile of classical Rome, Byzantium is now considered a vigorous state of its own, inheritor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Poet and Scholar Callimachus of Cyrene (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that the prototype of a library’s card catalog was invented over 2000 years ago by Callimachus of Cyrene? This video is all about the great scholar and poet Callimachus of Cyrene who revolutionized library science and literature. 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Delve into the depths of ancient Roman mythology and unravel the stories of deities who have remained hidden in the shadows of more well-known figures like Jupiter, Venus, and Mars. — SUPPORT US VIA OUR PATREON— https://www.patreon.com/join/whencyclopedia — BUY OUR MERCH — https://www.worldhistory.store​/​..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Vicus Iugarius (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Vicus Iugarius is the road that links the emporium and Forum Boarium to the Roman Forum. It skirts along the base of the Capitoline hill, below the Clivus Capitolinus, and enters the forum, passing between the Temple of Saturn and Basilica Iulia. 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(Video)"; dcterms:abstract "There were many factors that contributed to the fall of the Western Roman Empire, all of which will be discussed throughout the video. The Western Roman Empire took 300 years to decline before it eventually fell in c. 476 CE. The Eastern Roman Empire continued 1453 CE. By the Third Century CE, the emperor Diocletian made the decision to spit the Roman Empire into the Western and Eastern Empire..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aquileia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The ancient city of Aquileia was situated near the head of the Adriatic Sea west of the Roman province of Illyria. The strategic location of the city served a crucial role in the expansion of the Roman Republic by serving as a buffer against possible invasions from the Germanic tribes to the north. As a colony with major harbor facilities, Aquileia allowed the Romans to exploit both the neighboring..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Galerius (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A bronze nummus of Aquileia depicting Galerius, r. 305-311 CE (Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Amber Dice (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Roman dice made from amber. 1st-2nd century CE. From Aquileia, central Italy. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Amber Perfume-pot (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A perfume-pot made from amber and depicting cupids and a panther. Roman, Aquileia, 100-120 CE. (British Museum, London)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Ruins at Aquileia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Roman Forum in Aquileia, Italy."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Area and the Patriarchal Basilica of ... (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Aquileia (in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy), one of the largest and wealthiest cities of the Early Roman Empire, was destroyed by Attila in the mid-5th century. Most of it still lies unexcavated beneath the fields, and as such it constitutes the greatest archaeological reserve of its kind. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/825/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Argos (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Ancient Argos, located in the Peloponnese in Greece, was a major Mycenaean settlement in the Late Bronze Age (1700-1100 BCE) and remained important throughout the Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman periods until its destruction by the Visigoths in 395 CE. The site's best-preserved example of ancient architecture is the theatre, once the largest in Greece, and the remains of the 2nd-century CE Roman..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek World Heritage Sites (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Greece, the 'cradle of western civilization', is home to a large number of spectacular sites from the ancient world, several of which have been placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. These sites of great historical importance, interest, beauty, and impact do not all reflect the civilization we call Classical Greece - they range from prehistoric citadels via Classical temples to Byzantine monasteries..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Arcadian Days by John Spurling (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Join World History Encyclopedia as they sit down with John Spurling to talk about his new book of Greek mythology retellings Arcadian Days, published by Pegasus Books. Kelly: Thank you so much for joining me to talk about your book Arcadian Days. Let us start off with why you decided to write a book of mythology retellings. 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There were, no doubt, many notable women in ancient Greece, but history books are usually silent..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 5: The Peace of Nicias, Quadruple Alliance, and Sicilian Expedition (421/0-413/2 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The fifth phase of the Delian League begins with the Peace of Nicias – a settlement that settled nothing – and ends with the start of the Decelean War (also referred to as the Ionian War). This conflict's beginning overlaps the League's disaster in Sicily, which occurred shortly thereafter (421/0 – 413/2 BCE). Although the resources..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Travel in the Ancient Greek World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel opportunities within the ancient Greek world largely depended on status and profession; nevertheless, a significant proportion of the population could, and did, travel across the Mediterranean to sell their wares, skills, go on religious pilgrimage, see sporting events or even travel simply for the pleasure of seeing the magnificent sights of the ancient world. Travel was not always glamorous..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Acropolis of Argos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Hill of Larissa, site of the ancient acropolis of Argos (6th to 5th century BCE). Visible today are the fortifications of the 10th century CE which incorporated some of the ancient polygonal walls, particularly on the north side."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Citadel of Mycenae (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The view to the south from the upper citadel of Mycenae looking towards Argos (1350 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Heraion of Argos, Greece (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Heraion of Argos is an ancient temple in Argos, Greece. It was part of the greatest sanctuary in the Argolid, dedicated to the goddess Hera. The sanctuary grew and expended during the Archaic and Classical period and most of the remains (with the exception of the Roman baths and palaestra) date to the 7th through 5th centuries BCE. The sanctuary continued in importance through the Roman period..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kouroi by Polymedes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Twin Kouroi of Argos - named Kleobis and Biton - sculpted by Polymedes (c 580 BCE), mature archaic style. Delphi Archaeological Museum, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre of Argos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Built from the 4th to 3rd century BCE. Originally there were 81 rows of seats giving a total capacity of 20,000 spectators, making it the largest Greek theatre."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS : Mycenaeans and Phoenicians (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A look at Ancient Civilizations of the Mycenaeans and Phoenicians. A visit to the heart of the first great civilizations between the Euphrates and the Agean Sea takes us to the pre-Hellenic cities of Mycenae, Tiryns, and the legendary Babylonian city of Troy where archeological findings have confirmed existence of the world of heroes that Homer depicted in his epic poems. We will even visit the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Telesilla of Argos, the Greek Lyric Poet who Defended Argos (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Telesilla was a Greek lyric poet who lived in Argos in the fifth century BCE. Along with the famous poet Sappho, Telesilla was named as one of the Nine Female Lyric Poets of Greece, and is known for both her lyric poetry (even though only two lines survive) and for her courage as the defender of Argos against Sparta. According to Plutarch, when Telesilla learnt that the Argive army was killed..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Constantinople (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Built in the seventh century BCE, the ancient city of Byzantium proved to be a valuable city for both the Greeks and Romans. Because it lay on the European side of the Strait of Bosporus, the Emperor Constantine understood its strategic importance and upon reuniting the empire in 324 CE built his new capital there – Constantinople.

Foundation by Constantine (284 - 337 CE)

Emperor..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "1204: The Sack of Constantinople (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In 1204 CE the unthinkable happened and Constantinople, after nine centuries of withstanding all comers, was brutally sacked. Even more startling was the fact that the perpetrators were not any of the traditional enemies of the Byzantine Empire: the armies of Islam, the Bulgars, Hungarians, or Serbs, but the western Christian army of the Fourth Crusade. Finally, the mutual suspicion and distrust..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "1453: The Fall of Constantinople (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The city of Constantinople (modern Istanbul) was founded by Roman emperor Constantine I in 324 CE and it acted as the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire, or Byzantine Empire as it has later become known, for well over 1,000 years. Although the city suffered many attacks, prolonged sieges, internal rebellions, and even a period of occupation in the 13th century CE by the Fourth Crusaders, its legendary..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Icons (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Icons, that is images of holy persons, were an important part of the Byzantine Christian Church from the 3rd century CE onwards. 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From fanatical ascetics to much-appreciated wine-producers, men and women who devoted their lives to a monastic life were an important part of..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Daily Life in the Byzantine Empire (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Daily life in the Byzantine Empire, like almost everywhere else before or since, largely depended on one's birth and the social circumstances of one's parents. There were some opportunities for advancement based on education, the accumulation of wealth, and gaining favour from a more powerful sponsor or mentor. Work, in order to produce or buy food, was most people's preoccupation, but there were..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pilgrimage in the Byzantine Empire (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Pilgrimage in the Byzantine Empire involved the Christian faithful travelling often huge distances to visit such holy sites as Jerusalem or to see in person relics of holy figures and miraculous icons on show from Thessaloniki to Antioch. Well-worn routes resulted along which regular stopping points allowed pilgrims to sleep, eat, and be cared for in a network of monasteries and churches. For many..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Society in the Byzantine Empire (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The society in the Byzantine Empire (4th-15th century CE) was dominated by the imperial family and the male aristocracy but there were opportunities for social advancement thanks to wars, population movements, imperial gifts of lands and titles, and intermarriage. The majority of the lower classes would have followed the profession of their parents, but inheritance, the accumulation of wealth, and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Great Palace of Constantinople (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Great Palace of Constantinople was the magnificent residence of Byzantine emperors and their court officials which included a golden throne room with wondrous mechanical devices, reception halls, chapels, treasury, and gardens. 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A mix of state control and a free market approach ensured goods produced in one location could be exported far and wide. Cereals, wine and olive oil, in particular, were exported in huge quantities whilst in the other direction came significant imports of precious metals, marble, and spices. Factors Driving..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Basilica Cistern, Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One of two monumental Medusa carvings which hold up columns in the Basilica Cistern of Istanbul (formerly Constantinople). The cistern was constructed in the 6th century BCE reusing the Medusa blocks from an earlier Roman building. One Medusa head is placed on its side whilst the other is upside down, perhaps in an attempt to negate the power of the Gorgon's gaze which could turn men to stone in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Binbirderek Cistern, Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the Binbirderek cistern or Cistern of Philoxenos under Istanbul (formerly Constantinople) first built in 330 CE to hold the city's water reserves which were fed by conduits and aqueducts."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine coins of Heraclius (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Byzantine coins often show Christian symbols and an image of the Emperor. Here, Emperor Heraclius and his sons wear crowns and crosses. A cross also appear on the back. 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The Palace area extended from the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Columns of Basilica Cistern, Istanbul (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Located across the Hagia Sophia Museum, Yerebatan Sarayi is also known as the Basilica Cistern because of a basilica that was once located nearby as a cultural centre. It is the largest surviving underground cistern of Istanbul. Fatih Cistern, St. Sophia Cistern and Theodosius Cistern are some of the 80 cisterns that supplied water in Constantinople. 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Once located in today’s Sultan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Estuary Chain from Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Photo of a part of the linked chain which blocked access to the Golden Horn harbor of Constantinople. Istanbul Archaeology Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hagia Sophia Ceiling (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The interior nave of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, first constructed 532-37 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hagia Sophia Interior (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The interior of the Hagia Sophia, Istanbul. It was built in 532-537 CE during the reign of Justinian I on the site of two more modest versions dating back to the 4th century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hagia Sophia Panorama (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The former cathedral and mosque Hagia Sophia, Istanbul (formerly Constantinople). Although some historians disagree (claiming Constantine laid the foundation), Constantius II is credited with building the first of three Hagia Sophias, the Church of Holy Wisdom, in 360 CE. The church would be destroyed by fire in 404 CE, rebuilt by Theodosius II, destroyed and rebuilt again under Justinian in 532..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hagia Sophia, Exterior (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hagia Sophia from the Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey. First constructed 532-537 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Hagia Sophia, Istanbul (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hagia Sophia was built as a church by Isidore of Miletus and Anthemius of Tralles who were chosen as architects by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian. Hagia Sophia (meaning "holy wisdom") was completed in 537 BCE and was transformed into a mosque in 1453 CE when the Ottomans conquered the city. It has been museum since 1935 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lion Statue from the Bucaleon Palace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Lion statue from the Monumental Gate of Bucaleon Palace. Culture: Byzantine, Period: Early Byzantine, Findspot: Catladikapi, Istanbul, Materials: Marble. 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The Byzantine Empire had contracted principally to Constantinople and the Morea, while the Ottoman Empire under Murad II (reign 1421–1444; 1446–1451) dominated much of the Balkans and western Anatolia after victories at Varna (1444) and Kosovo (1448). In western..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Ibn Battuta’s Travels, 1325-1354 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ibn Battuta ((Abū Abd Allāh Muḥammad ibn Abd Allāh Al-Lawātī, 1304–c. 1368 CE) was a traveler, jurist, and scholar from Tangier whose journeys across Afro-Eurasia remain among the most extensive recorded in the medieval world. Beginning in 1325 with a pilgrimage to Mecca, his travels eventually spanned North and West Africa, Egypt, Syria, East Africa, Persia, Central Asia, India, Southeast Asia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Bulgarian Empire under Krum the Fearsome, 803-814 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the reign of Krum the Fearsome (Bulgarian: Крум Страшни), the ruler of Bulgaria from c. 800 to 814. Known for his formidable military campaigns, Krum doubled the size of medieval Bulgaria, extending its borders from the Dnieper to the Middle Danube and from the Tatra Mountains to Adrianople. 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The new..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Surroundings of Constantinople, 1909 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This antique map of Turkey depicts the surroundings of Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) and was published by the British War Office in 1909. It offers a detailed view of the region at the beginning of the 20th century, reflecting both strategic and geographic considerations of the time. Source: Votre Carte Ancienne – antique maps of Turkey."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Market in Constantinople (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of a Near Eastern or Mediterranean marketplace in the Middle Ages, perhaps in the Byzantine Empire or Ottoman Empire. 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Bellini of Mehmed II (r. 1451-1481 CE), Sultan of the Ottoman Empire and conqueror of Constantinople in 1453 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mehmed II Conquers Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 19th century CE painting by Benjamin-Constant depicting the triumphant entrance of Mehmed II, Ottoman Sultan, after his successful siege of Constantinople in 1453 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mosaic with the Virgin Mary, Constantine and Justinian, Hagia Sophia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mosaic panel located at the southwestern entrance of the basilica Hagia Sophia (Istanbul) depicting the emperor Constantine I holding a model of the city of Constantinople (right), the emperor Justinian I holding a model of Hagia Sophia (left) and the Virgin Mary holding the Child Christ on her lap, 10 century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Painting of Hagia Sophia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople, as it may have appeared in 537 CE. 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Of roughly 30 recorded sieges, attacks, and major blockades..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Venetians Attack Constantinople, 1204 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 16th century CE painting by Domenico Tintoretto depicting the Venetians attacking the sea walls of Constantinople in 1204 CE during the Fourth Crusade."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theodosian Walls (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A restored section of the Theodosian Walls of Constantinople, completed c. 413 CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thomas the Slav Attacks Constantinople (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An illustration from a 12th century CE manuscript depicting Thomas the Slav besieging Constantinople 821-823 CE. 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(42.8 x 14.3 x 0.9 cm), probably from Constantinople (modern Istanbul, Turkey), (British Museum, London) Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris & Dr. Steven Zucker The British Museum translates the text at the top of the panel as: "Receive the suppliant..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Chariot Race at the Hippodrome (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "This is part of a sequence being prepared for the exhibition in Schallaburg, Austria which will begin on the 31st of March 2012. The original is in Full HD."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Constantinople (Istanbul, Turkey) - Ancient Rome Live (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman Emperor Constantine founded Constantinople on Byzantium, a strategic site for controlling the Bosphorus by the Greeks and as recently as Septimius Severus. 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This Medieval Roman Empire, today called..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Total War History: The Theodosian Walls (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Amongst the most formidable structures ever built by the Romans would be the massive triple layered walls of Constantinople. Today we dive into the details of this superstructure! Sources: Uniforms of the Roman World by Kevin Kiley The End of Empire: Attila the Hun and the Fall of Rome by Christopher Kelly Music: "Triumph" - Epic Music "Becoming a Legend" - John Dreamer "Eternal Flame"..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thera (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Thera is the ancient name for both the island of Santorini in the Greek Cyclades and the name of the volcano which famously erupted on the island in the middle Bronze Age. The 17th century BCE eruption covered Akrotiri, the most important settlement, in a layer of pumice and volcanic ash, thereby perfectly preserving the Bronze Age town.

Early Settlement

The earliest evidence..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Akrotiri Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age frescoes from Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (modern-day Santorini) provide some of the most famous images from the ancient Greek world. Sometime between 1650 and 1550 BCE Thera suffered a devastating earthquake which destroyed the town, and this catastrophe was soon followed by a volcanic eruption which covered the settlement of Akrotiri in metres-thick layers of pumice and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Clergy, Priests & Priestesses in Ancient Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ancient Egyptians understood that their gods had prevailed over the forces of chaos through the creation of the world and relied upon humanity's help to maintain it. 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The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Black-Figure Tondo (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The central tondo from a 6th century BCE black-figure kylix or drinking cup. The left figure is Poseidon who fights the giant Polybotis. From a cemetery in ancient Thera (Santorini)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dolphin Decorated Pithoi, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A large storage pithoi decorated with dolphins and lilies, 17th century BCE, Akrotiri. (Museum of Prehistoric Thera, Santorini)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fisherman Fresco, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Fisherman Fresco from Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (Santorini). The male may actually be a youth offering fish as part of a religious ceremony rather than a fisherman. From Room 5 of the West House, c. 17th century BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Geometric Pottery Designs (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of a 7th century BCE amphora displaying the common design motifs of the Geometric style of Greek pottery. The style was in use from 900 to 600 BCE in the Greek world and involved decorating vessels with simple linear motifs and stylised figures. From ancient Thera, Santorini. (Archaeological Museum, Thera)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gold Ibex, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A gold ibex figurine from Akrotiri on Thera (Santorini), 17th century BCE. The figurine was discovered in 1999 CE in mint condition having been originally placed inside a wooden box within a clay chest. It is hollow and was made using the lost-wax technique. The legs, neck and tail were soldered on and finishing touches were added using a small hammer, indentations from which remain visible. (Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Grave Stela, Thera (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A 3rd century BCE grave stela from the cemetery of ancient Thera, Santorini. (Archaeological Museum, Thera)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "House of the Ladies Fresco, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco from the House of the Ladies in Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (Santorini), c. 17th century BCE. The several women depicted on the walls of the room wear typical Minoan dress. Above the women is a representation of a starry sky. 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(Museum of Prehistoric Thera, Santorini)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Archaic Thera (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of Archaic Thera on Santorini, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Thera (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A photo of the ruins of Thera (Akrotiri) on Santorini, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ship Procession Fresco, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze Age fresco of a ship procession from Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (modern-day Santorini). From Room 5 of the West House, c. 2000-1500 BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Some Active Trade Routes in the Bronze Age Mediterranean (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map detailing some of the active maritime trade routes in the Aegean during the Middle and Late Bronze Age."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Swallows Fresco (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Swallows - Bronze Age fresco from Thera, Santorini."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Thera Silver Stater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver stater from Thera, Cyclades, c. 500 BCE. O: Two dolphins. (R: incuse square)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Volcanic Crater of Thera (Santorini) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A view of the flooded crater of the Thera volcano, Santorini. The present active cone can be seen on the right of the picture. The volcano exploded between 1650 and 1550 BCE with devastating consequences for the island and the Aegean in general."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wall-Painting, Akrotiri (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A section of a wall-painting with relief ornament and painted rosettes from Akrotiri on Thera (Santorini), 17th century BCE. (Museum of Prehistoric Thera, Santorini)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Akrotiri and the Eruption of Thera: The Pompeii of the Aegean (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Often referred to as the Pompeii of the Aegean, Akrotiri is a settlement that was completely covered by pumice after the eruption of Thera in the late 17th / early 16th century BCE. Thera, the name of both the island and the volcano erupted and conserved the site, much like the site of Pompeii after the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE. Unlike Pompeii though, no human remains were found on Akrotiri..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Swallow's Dance // An Interview with Author Wendy Orr (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Swallow's Dance by Wendy Orr is a beautiful portrait of the Aegean Bronze Age set during the time of the Theran eruption through the eyes of a young girl. This interview with our CEO Jan van der Crabben and author Wendy Orr discusses Wendy's fascination with the Minoans, Akrotiri and the Bronze Age Aegean, and how her visit to Santorini and Crete influenced her writing."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delphi (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Delphi was an important ancient Greek religious sanctuary sacred to the god Apollo. Located on Mt. Parnassus near the Gulf of Corinth, it was home to the famous oracle of Apollo which gave cryptic predictions and guidance to both city-states and individuals. In addition, Delphi was also home to the panhellenic Pythian Games. Delphi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Mythology & Origins

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If you did not already know, World History has teamed up with Adante Travels and designed a tour in Greece exclusively for our..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Museums in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Museums have been around much longer than one might think, but in the ancient world, they were principally institutions of research and learning rather than places to display artworks and artefacts, even if they were often located in grand buildings and decorated with examples of fine sculpture and painting. The name 'museum' derives from the Muses, those nine Greek goddesses associated with wisdom..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Pythia – Priestess of Ancient Delphi (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The imposing archaeological site of Delphi sits over 1800 feet up on the south-western spur of Mount Parnassus, about 6 miles inland from the Corinthian Gulf, central Greece. The ancient temple complex of Delphi, which dates back at least 2700 years, was known throughout ancient Greece and beyond as the home of the celebrated oracle of Apollo, the Greek god of prophecy, music, healing, and light..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Travel in the Ancient Greek World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel opportunities within the ancient Greek world largely depended on status and profession; nevertheless, a significant proportion of the population could, and did, travel across the Mediterranean to sell their wares, skills, go on religious pilgrimage, see sporting events or even travel simply for the pleasure of seeing the magnificent sights of the ancient world. Travel was not always glamorous..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aegeus Consults the Oracle at Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Themis and Aegeus. Attic red-figure kylix, from Vulci, 440-430 BCE. Antikensammlung, Altes Museum, Berlin, Germany."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Agias, Son of Aknonios (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A votive marble offering in the style of Lysippos from the Daochos Monument at Delphi; over-life-size at 2m tall; Late Classical; c.336- 332 BCE. Agias was the grandfather of Daochos II, who dedicated the monument, and a highly successful wrestler at the Panhellenic festivals, as the inscription at the base of the statue clarifies: "You are the first from the Thessalian land to be victorious..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Amphictionic Law of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Amphictionic law of Delphi, Pentelic marble stele, from Aegina, 4th century BCE. Louvre, Paris."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Assembly of the Gods (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the assembly of the gods from the east frieze of the Treasury of the Siphians (525 BCE), Delphi. Delphi Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bronze Charioteer of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bronze victory charioteer in the severe style (480-460 BCE), part of a larger composition of a four horse chariot. Delphi Archaeological Museum, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cleobis & Biton (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two high archaic kouroi, inscribed as Cleobis and Biton. c.580 BCE. These kouroi are over-life-size, standing at 6.5m tall, and are currently housed at the Delphi Museum. The sculptor was Polymides of Argos."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delphi Charioteer (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Life-size bronze charioteer statue, set up by the tyrant Polyzalus from Sicily as a tribute to Apollo, likely to commemorate his victory in the Pythian Games held at Delphi every four years in 474 or 470 BCE. It was part of a larger four-horse chariot composition and was found in 1896 at the Sanctuary of Apollo in Delphi. Delphi Archaeological Museum, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gigantomachy of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail from the frieze of the Treasury of the Siphians at Delphi depicting the Gods fighting the Giants (525 BCE), Delphi Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gigantomachy, Treasury of the Siphians, Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail from the north frieze of the Treasury of the Siphians at Delphi depicting the Olympian gods fighting the Giants (525 BCE), Delphi Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gods Fighting Giants, Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail from the frieze of the Treasury of the Siphians at Delphi depicting the Gods fighting the Giants (525 BCE), Delphi Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gorgon, Gigantomachy of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail from the frieze of the Treasury of the Siphians at Delphi depicting the Gods fighting the Giants (525 BCE), Delphi Archaeological Museum. Note the representation of the gorgon at the shield centre."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greco-Roman Oracle (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "An artist's depiction of a Greco-Roman city and its oracle. From the game Old World."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Relief, Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This ancient Greek relief was engraved in a stone in the sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi during antiquity."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Classical Greek Sanctuaries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the main religious sanctuaries of classical Greece. The following gods' sanctuaries are marked in colour: Aphrodite, Apollo, Artemis, Asclepius, Athena, Dionysius, Demeter, Hera, Poseidon, Zeus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Naxian Sphinx of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Sphinx dedicated to the oracle of Delphi by the state of Naxos, c. 560 BCE. Originally, it was placed atop a 10 m tall Ionic column. (Delphi Archaeological Museum)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Omphalos of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A carved stone representing the omphalos (navel) or centre of the earth and symbol of Apollo (c. 330 BCE), Delphi Archaeological Museum, Greece."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pythia of the Oracle of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract ""Priestess of Delphi" by John Collier, 1891. A 19th century vision of how the Pythia might have looked like, and how she became intoxicated by hallucinogenic gases emerging from the floor."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sanctuary of Apollo in Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Delphi was the site of the Delphic oracle, the most important oracle in the classical Greek world, when it was a major site for the worship of the god Apollo after he slew the Python, a deity who lived there and protected the navel of the Earth. His sacred precinct in Delphi was a panhellenic sanctuary, where every four years athletes from all over the Greek world competed in the Pythian Games..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stadium of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A section of the semi-circular seats at the end of the stadium of Delphi. Such stone seats behind the starting line were a common Roman addition to Greek stadia, these being added at Delphi in the second century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stadium, Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The stadium of Delphi, orginally built in the 5th century BCE, the stone seats visible today were added in the second century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Apollo, Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of the temple of Apollo, Delphi (4th century BCE). Site of the oracle and for the greeks the centre of the ancient world."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Gymnasium of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The gymnasium of Delphi was constructed around 330 BCE. Additional works were made in various phases of the Hellenistic and Roman periods."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Oracle at Delphi (Artist's Impression) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two Greek nobles consult with the Oracle at Delphi before setting out to establish a new colony abroad. Art by Mateusz Przeklasa."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of Delphi and the temple of Apollo below (4th century BCE). The capacity of the theatre was around 5,000 spectators."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tholos of Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Tholos temple of Delphi, c. 580 BCE and originally with 20 columns."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Treasury of The Athenians, Delphi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Built in 490 BCE following the Athenian victory over Persia at Marathon the treasury takes the form of a Doric temple."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Day in the Life of an Ancient Greek Oracle - Mark Robinson (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Follow Aristonike, an Oracle-in-training in Delphi, as she studies to become the Pythia and communicate Apollo’s will and prophecies. — As the sun rises over Delphi in 500 BCE, Aristonike hurries to the temple of Apollo where a single oracle known as the Pythia communicates Apollo’s will. Reserved only for women, this is the most important job in the city— and one that Aristonike will soon..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Charioteer of Delphi, c. 478-474 B.C.E. (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "More free lessons at: http://www.khanacademy.org/video?v=A-Q79HlORtM Charioteer of Delphi, c. 478-474 B.C.E., bronze (lost wax cast) with silver, glass and copper inlay, 1.8 m high (Delphi Archaeological Museum) Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delphi, Greece: Spectacular Ancient Site (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Delphi, perched high on the slopes of Mt. Parnassos, was not a city. It was the site of the oracle of Apollo, god of the sun. People would journey here from all over the known world to seek wisdom from the gods on vital affairs of state. Tourists today zig-zag up the ancient Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo. The path is flanked by the remains of Delphi's famous treasuries — monuments erected..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Exploring Ancient Greece with Dr. Rita Roussos (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Thinking about travelling to visit all of the wonderful remains of Ancient Greece? Well, then you've come to the right place. In this interview, Kelly has sat down with Dr Rita Roussos, our guide for our upcoming tour in the Autumn. Dr Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Simon from Lithodomos: Ancient World VR (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient World VR by Lithodomos is a new website that allows you to explore 22 guided virtual sites! These sites are reconstructed sites, both popular and less known from the Ancient World, Renaissance period, Neolithic period, and even colonial period. No VR headset? No problem! These reconstructions can be accessed via desktop, tablet, and mobile and feature over 190 digital reconstructions! Explore..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Oracles of Ancient Greece (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Oracles in the ancient Greek world were the way in which the people of Greece could communicate with their gods. Gods couldn’t be communed with directly, so an oracle, who was often a woman, was the person that the gods spoke through, acting as the medium between the divine realm and the world of mortals. Consulting with an oracle was the way in which people could learn the will of the gods for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek God Apollo: The Myths of the Olympian God of Music, Medicine, the Sun and Archery (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The god Apollo in Greek mythology is the Olympian god of, well, quite a lot! Apollo is associated with the bow, music, divination, the sun, poetry, healing and medicine and, who would have thought, plagues. He was one of the most loved gods of the Ancient Greek world, and it may have been because he was associated with so many positive things in life and he was worshipped primarily at the sanctuaries..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cyrene (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Cyrene (modern-day Shahhat, Libya) was a vital cultural center and port of trade in North Africa founded in 631 BCE by Greek colonists from the island of Thera. The city is best known as the birthplace of the philosopher Aristippus of Cyrene, the poet/scholar Callimachus, and the polymath Eratosthenes, as well as from references in the Bible.

It became the foundational city of the region..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "A Coin of Magas of Cyrene with Silphium Plant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A coin minted during the reign of Magas of Cyrene, showing the silphium plant, c. 300-282 or 275 BCE. 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(The British Museum..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Site of Cyrene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Archaeological site of Cyrene (Libya)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bust of Marcus Aurelius (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Marble bust of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius in a fringed cloak. One of a series of imperial busts from residence of Jason Magnus, a prominent citizen of Cyrene. Roman, about 160-170 CE. From Cyrene, North Africa. Found by Lieutenant R. M. Smith, RE, and Commander E. A. Porcher, RN. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Coin from Cyrene Showing Silphium Plant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Many Greek coins showed images of local products. Cyrene was famous for the export of the now-extinct silphium plant. Silver tetradrachm coin. From Cyrene, modern-day Libya. 435-375 BCE. (The British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mosaic of the Nymph Cyrene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mosaic of the nymph Cyrene, a Thessalian princess (the daughter of King Hypseus of the Lapiths), and later, the queen and ruler of the North African city of Cyrene. She holds a flagon in her left hand and a reed in her right. From Lambaesis (present-day Tazoult) in Algeria. Dated to the 2nd or 3rd century CE. Museum of Lambaesis."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Portrait Statue of a Roman Woman (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The statue sows a wealthy lady from the latter part of Hadrian's reign. The body is Pentelic marble from Athens, Greece but the head is of a finer marble from the Greek island of Paros. Emperor Hadrian rebuilt Cyrene after the Jewish revolt of 115-116 CE. He restored the major buildings, including the temple of Apollo and even brought settlers from Turkey to re-populate the city. Roman, 130-140..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ruins of Cyrene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Archaeological site of Cyrene, Libya."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sanctuary of Apollon in Cyrene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollon in Cyrene, modern Libya."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Silphium Seed on Silver Drachma (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A silver drachma, bearing the image of the silphium seed, from Cyrene, Libya, dated 500-480 BCE. Münzkabinett der Staatlichen Museen, Berlin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Zeus at Cyrene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Temple of Zeus at Cyrene, modern-day Libya."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Weighing and Loading of Silphium at Cyrene (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Workman weighing and loading silphium at Cyrene, Laconian cup, c. 565 BCE. An illustration from Food, The History of Taste, Paul Freedman (ed), California Studies in Food and Culture, 2007. Photographed by Daderot."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Site of Cyrene (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A colony of the Greeks of Thera, Cyrene was one of the principal cities in the Hellenic world. It was Romanized and remained a great capital until the earthquake of 365. A thousand years of history is written into its ruins, which have been famous since the 18th century. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/190/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cyrene (Libya) Vacation Travel Video Guide (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Travel video about the destination Cyrene in Libya. Cyrene, or, the 'Athens of Africa', is an ancient city on the slopes of the green mountain of Kyrenaika, a coastal region in eastern Libya. A kind of natural canyon connects the lower city with the upper city that originated later. In the rock walls of the canyons, on the same level as the lower city, are a number of well preserved caves in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Poet and Scholar Callimachus of Cyrene (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Did you know that the prototype of a library’s card catalog was invented over 2000 years ago by Callimachus of Cyrene? This video is all about the great scholar and poet Callimachus of Cyrene who revolutionized library science and literature. Callimachus of Cyrene (l. c. 310-c. 240 BCE) was a poet and scholar associated with the Library of Alexandria and best known for his Pinakes ("Tablets"..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "UNESCO Cyrene Libya Temple of Zeus (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Temple of Zeus is situated in Cyrene near Benghazi Libya."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "What is Cyrenaicism? (Philosophical Positions) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "An explanation of the ancient philosophical position entitled Cyrenaicism which claims that the only good is physical pleasure, including the positions of the major Cyrenaics: Aristippus the Younger, Aristippus the Elder, Hegesias, Anniceris, and Theodorus. 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The world's longest river, located in Egypt, the Nile flows 4,132 miles (6,650 kilometres) northward to the Mediterranean Sea (a very unusual direction for a river to take). It was considered the source of life by the ancient Egyptians and has played a vital role in the country's history. The Nile flows from two separate sources: the White Nile from equatorial Africa and the Blue Nile from the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Egyptian Agriculture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Agriculture was the foundation of the ancient Egyptian economy and vital to the lives of the people of the land. Agricultural practices began in the Delta Region of northern Egypt and the fertile basin known as the Faiyum in the Predynastic Period in Egypt (c. 6000 - c. 3150 BCE), but there is evidence of agricultural use and overuse of the land dating back to 8000 BCE. 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Beyond lay the land of Nubia, which stretched along the river Nile from the First Cataract southwards for about 250 kilometres (155 mi). This region, known as Lower (northern Egyptian) Nubia, functioned as a buffer zone between the two power centres of Egypt and Kush, the latter extending farther to the south to..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Economy of Ptolemaic Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ptolemaic Egypt rapidly established itself as an economic powerhouse of the ancient world at the end of the 4th century BCE. The wealth of Egypt was owed in large part to the unrivalled fertility of the Nile, which served as the breadbasket of the Ptolemaic Kingdom. Egypt's economy underwent numerous radical changes during the Ptolemaic period, including the introduction of Egypt's first official..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Egypt (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade has always been a vital aspect of any civilization whether at the local or international level. However many goods one has, whether as an individual, a community, or a country, there will always be something one lacks and will need to purchase through trade with another. 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Over long timescales, these..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Giza Complex of Ancient Egypt (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Giza plateau formed one of the most important royal funerary landscapes of the Old Kingdom of Egypt, a period sometimes described as the “Age of the Pyramids.” Located near Memphis, the political center of early dynastic Egypt, Giza became the principal burial site for rulers of the Fourth Dynasty of Egypt. 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Beginning with the reunification of Upper and Lower Egypt under Mentuhotep II of the 11th Dynasty, the kingdom developed a more centralized administration under the 12th Dynasty, with its royal capital..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the New Kingdom Egypt under Ramesses II (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The New Kingdom of Egypt (c. 1570–1069 BCE) marked the height of ancient Egypt’s political power, territorial expansion, and imperial ambition. Emerging after the expulsion of the Hyksos and the reunification of Egypt under Ahmose I (r.eign c. 1550–1525 BCE), the New Kingdom transformed Egypt from a Nile-based kingdom into a militarized imperial state. Egyptian authority extended deep into Nubia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Travels of Leo Africanus, c. 1509–1518 (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The travels of Leo Africanus (al-Hasan ibn Muhammad al-Wazzan al-Fāsī, c. 1494–c. 1554) illuminate the political, commercial, and cultural connections of early 16th-century Africa and the Mediterranean. Born in Granada shortly before the fall of the Nasrid kingdom (1492) and raised in Fez under the Wattasid Sultanate (1472–1554), he was educated as a Muslim scholar and served on diplomatic missions..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Nebamun Hunting in the Marshes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Fowling in the marshes, scene from the tomb of Nebamun, Thebes, Egypt, late 18th Dynasty, c. 1350 BCE. The British Museum, London. 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This scene portrays a crocodile approaching a small figure in a boat, possibly a pigmy, with a thatched hut and colonnaded bridge in the background. The fragment is..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Pyramids of Meroe (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Aerial view of the pyramids at Meroe, Republic of Sudan, 2001."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "World Map of Herodotus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Possibly what the Greek historian Herodotus believed the world looked like (5th century BCE) based on his writings."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Egypt - A Journey Down The Nile (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Egypt is famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world's most famous monuments, including the Giza pyramid complex and the Great Sphinx. 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The Oxus is a river, today called Amu Darya in its western part and Wakhsh in its eastern parts, which flows for a length of 2400 km across modern Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan into Lake Aral. In Ancient times it crossed the regions Fergana, Bactria, Oxeiana, Sogdiana and Khiva.

The Oxus and the Iaxartes are called twin rivers, because of their same destination..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ai Khanum, the Capital of Eucratides (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ai Khanum (also spelled Ai-Khanoum or Ay-Khanum, lit. “Lady Moon” in Uzbek), was founded in the 4th century BC, following the conquests of Alexander the Great and was one of the primary cities of the Greco-Bactrian kingdom. The site is located in the northern part of modern Afghanistan, in a little plain between the Amou-Darya and the Kokcha. In 1961, the Afghan king Mohammad Zaher Chach, hunting..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Oxus River (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Oxus' / Amu Darya's watershed in Central Asia, that drains parts of modern-day Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan into the Aral Sea."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Crete (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Crete is an island in the eastern Mediterranean which during the Bronze Age produced the influential Minoan civilization with its distinctive architecture and art. An important member of the Greek world in the Archaic period, Crete dipped a little in significance during the Classical period but was again a major cultural centre in Roman times when it was a province within the Roman empire and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Exploring Western Crete's Archaeological Treasures (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "As the cradle of European civilization and a meeting place of diverse cultures, Crete is a magical island that stands apart in the heart of the Mediterranean sea. Its prominent place in world history dates back to the mysterious and fascinating Bronze Age civilization of the Minoans, who were building lavish labyrinth-like palaces at a time when Athens was just a village. 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It is a book of historical fiction set in the Bronze Age Aegean that we think is going to be of great interest to our readers here at Ancient History Encyclopedia. Jan van der Crabben (AHE): Could you tell me a little bit about..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Frescoes are the source of some of the most striking imagery handed down to us from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE). Further, without written records, they are often the only source, along with decorated pottery, of just how the world appeared to the Minoans and give us tantalizing glimpses of their beliefs, cultural practices and aesthetic tastes. Techniques & Colours..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Jewellery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The jewellery of the Minoan civilization based on Bronze Age Crete demonstrates, as with other Minoan visual art forms, not only a sophisticated technological knowledge (in this case of metalwork) and an ingenuity of design but also a joy in vibrantly representing nature and a love of flowing, expressive, shapes and forms. 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The craft continued for a millennium and vessels were of such quality that they found their way to the Greek mainland and islands across the Aegean..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans & Mycenaeans: Comparison of Two Bronze Age Civilisations (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age Aegean in the eastern Mediterranean encompassed several powerful entities: the Minoans on Crete; the Mycenaeans on mainland Greece, and the Cypriots on Cyprus. These cultures are often examined separately, and thus the ample cross-cultural transmission between them is overlooked. 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Archaeological Museum of Chania, Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Chapel at Hagia Triada, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Byzantine single-aisled chapel of Agios Georgios lying over the remains of a Minoan villa at the Hagia Triada archaeological site in southern Crete. The church was built during the Venetian period at the beginning of the 14th century CE and is decorated with beautiful frescoes."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Byzantine Church in Gortyn (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 6th-century Byzantine church in Gortyn (Crete), dedicated to St. Titus (Hagios Titos), the first Bishop of Crete, appointed by Paul the Apostle and martyred at the site."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Caves of Matala, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The caves of Matala date from the Neolithic Period and the area was an important port of Phaistos during the Minoan Age. 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(Zakros Archaeological Museum)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cretan Silver Tetradrachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver tetradrachm from Knossos, Crete, 2nd or 1st century BCE. O: Head of Zeus. R: Labyrinth."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dictean Cave, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Dictean Cave, central Crete. 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The designs were rendered with bold strokes of red and white on a black background and the style is named after the place on Crete where most examples have been excavated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete, probably the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization and culture. It is a popular tourist destination today, as it is near the main city of Heraklion and has been substantially if imaginatively "rebuilt", making the site accessible to the casual visitor in a way that a field of unmarked ruins is not."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos Palace, Crete - Reconstruction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The palace of Knossos, was constructed c. 1700 BCE. In addition to its political function, it was perhaps also designed as an economic and religious centre for the Minoan civilization. Knossos was destroyed for the final time c. 1380 BCE - surviving invasion, fire, and earthquake nearly a century longer than similar Minoan complexes. Without a way to decipher Minoan writings, the ruin’s many..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Labyrinth of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Inside the 'labyrinth' of the Minoan palace at Knossos, Crete, (c. 1500 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Malia, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hypostyle Hall with six pillars, the Minoan settlement of Mallia archaeological site, Crete (1650-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Minoan Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of Minoan Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Aegean Bronze Age Civilizations, c. 3000-1100 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Aegean world of the Bronze Age (c. 3000–1100 BCE) was shaped by shifting centers of power, interaction, and cultural exchange, most notably between the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations. The Minoans (c. 2000–1450 BCE), based on Crete, developed a maritime-oriented society characterized by extensive trade networks, complex palatial centers such as Knossos, and a high degree of artistic and administrative..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mesara Plain, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A view from Phaistos over the Mesara plain in Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan 'Ladies in Blue' Fresco (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 'Ladies in Blue' fresco is a recreated fresco from the Palace of Knossos on the island of Crete. It shows three women richly dressed and lavishly bejeweled depicted against a blue background. This fresco (or rather, fragments of it) was discovered during the excavation of the site by the British archaeologist Sir Arthur John Evans at the beginning of the 20th century. Subsequently, the fresco..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan 'Procession Fresco' from Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the reconstructed 'Procession Fresco' from Knossos showing five men walking to the right and carrying ceremonial vessels. They are dressed in kilts while their arms and legs are decorated with jewellery. Neopalacial period, 1600 - 1450 BCE. Heraklion Archaeological Museum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Bee Pendant (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A solid gold Minoan pendant depicting two bees clutching a honeycomb, Old Palace cemetery at Chrysolakkos near Malia, Crete, 1800-1700 BCE. Herakleion Archaeological Museum, Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Bull Leaping (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A fresco showing bull leaping, Minoan Knossos (Final Palatial period 1450-1400 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Double Axes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold votive double axes, New Palace period (1600-1450 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete. The double axe, also known as 'labrys', may be the origin of the labyrinth myth of Knossos."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Female Figurine (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The figure is wearing a cylindrical skirt and is bringing her arms to her chest. Figurines of this type are known from Minoan shrines and are probably representing the Adorants. From Herakleion district, Crete. Late Minoan II-IIIA1 Period (1450-1375 BCE). Made from clay. (Hellenic Museum, Melbourne, Victoria)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Gold Signet Ring with Three Figures before a Temple (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold signet ring showing one female and two male figures before a temple, from Phourni, Crete, c. 1700-1450 BCE. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete. Minoan religion is characterized by the prominent role of female figures engaged in ritual activities. These figures are depicted performing ritual gestures such as raising their arms, holding snakes, sticks, or double-headed axes, dancing..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Horns of Consecration (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bull horns were a common religious symbol in the Cretan Minoan culture (2000 BCE - 1450 BCE), represented in fresco, on pottery and as here from the palace of Knossos, in architectural stone decoration."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Jug in Floral Style (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Late New-Palace period (1450 BCE) clay jug with distinctive leaf pattern, from Phaistos. (Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Rhyton (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Stone rhyton (libation vase) in the form of a bull's head from the Minoan site of Knossos, New-Palace period (1600-1500 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Rock-Crystal Vase (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Minoan vase carved from rock-crystal, from Zakros on Crete, c. 1450 BCE. The collar includes gilded ivory discs and the handle is made from rock-crystal beads strung on bronze wire. The vessel was probably used to pour liquids in religious rituals. (Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Royal Villa at Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Royal Villa is located northeast of the Palace of Knossos (Crete). It was built on the east slope of the hill of Knossos and consisted of a ground floor and two other floors which survive in relatively good condition."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Snake Goddess, Knossos. (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Faience figurine of the Minoan Snake Goddess - her dominion was over nature and fertility. New-Palace period (1600 BCE). Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Stone Vases (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A range of stone vessels from Minoan Crete, 15th century BCE. (Archaeological Museum of Herakllion, Crete)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Vase in Marine Style (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "New-Palace period (1500-1450 BCE) Cretan Clay askos with 'Marine Style' decoration, (Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minotaur (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble sculpture of the Minotaur. A Roman copy of a Greek original by Myron. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Museum of Ancient Eleutherna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Museum of Ancient Eleutherna is an on-site archaeological museum on the island of Crete. It houses artefacts found in the nearby archaeological site of Eleutherna and the necropolis of Orthi Petra."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mycenaean Agora at Hagia Triada, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Agora (marketplace) at the Minoan settlement of Hagia Triada (Crete) belonging to the Mycenaean era (1400-1100 BCE) with eight spacious rooms, probably shops, arranged behind a portico."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "North Corridor of the Palace of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The sloping North Corridor leading to the Central Court of the Palace of Knossos (Crete) with the restored West Basion and its replica of the Charging Bull relief. In the background is the North Lustral Basin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Orthi Petra Necropolis at Eleutherna, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the Orthi Petra necropolis located on the west slope of Prines hill in the ancient city of Eleutherna in Crete. The cemetery was used from the late Protogeometric period until the early Archaic period (870/850 - 600 BCE). A variety of burial practices has been observed, including simple inhumations, inhumations in pithos or amphora and cremations. The discovery of the remains of four females..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Palace of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The partially reconstructed wing of the palace of Knossos c. 1500 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Palace of Knossos, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Palace at Knossos, Crete, (c. 1500 BCE). A restored upper-level lightwell."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Palace of Malia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Model of the Minoan palace at Malia, Crete (1675 BC-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One side (A) of the Phaistos disk, New-Palace period (1600-1450 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete, Each side of the clay disk is impressed with hieroglyphic symbols as yet undeciphered."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (Side B) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One side (B) of the Phaistos Disk, New-Palace period (1600-1450 BCE). Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete,"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Panorama, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Minoan settlement of Phaistos archaeological site, Crete (2000-1400 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pithoi (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Cretan Pithoi, used for storage of food products. Malia, Crete (1900-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Praetorium of Gortyn (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The ruins of the Praetorium of Gortyn which consisted of a peristyle court covering an area of 1000 m² with large halls. It was the residence of the governor of the province and also served as an administrative building. The Praetorium was built at the beginning of the 2nd century CE during the reign of Trajan (98 - 117 CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Queen's Megaron of the Palace of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The largely restored Queen's Megaron of the Palace of Knossos, Crete. The room was adorned with frescoes which today are preserved as copies in their original position. The most striking is the fresco of the Dolphins which decorated the upper part of the north wall."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Cistern at Aptera, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The interior of a three-aisled vaulted Roman cistern at the ancient town of Aptera, Crete. It had three barrel-vaulted aisles divided by two rows of four longitudinal arched piers. In the absence of water sources on the hill of Aptera, the cistern collected rainwater to serve the needs of the city and supply the facilities of the public and private baths. The cistern is of Roman date (1st century..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Collection of the Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the rooms in the Heraklion Archaeological Museum in Crete which display sculptures from the Roman era (1st - 3rd century CE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Rooms of Minoan Frescoes, Heraklion Archaeological Museum (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The rooms of Minoan frescoes, Archaeological Museum of Heraklion. 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A silo for grain storage."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Stone for harvest offerings (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The stone Kernos for food offerings of the collected harvest, the Minoan settlement of Malia, Crete (1650-1450 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Storerooms of the Palace of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "View of the storerooms of the Palace of Knossos with their rows of storage jars which would have held oil or wine."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Talos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A scene from a Greek red-figure vase depicting the death of Talos, the iron automaton which protected Crete."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Apollo Pythios in Gortyn (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Temple of Apollo Pythios was the main sanctuary of pre-Roman Gortyn. 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A feminine figure looks on from the right, possibly Ariadne. Late 6th to early 5th century BCE. Archaeological Museum, Milan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Throne of Phalasarna, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In the area of the necropolis of the ancient harbour city of Phalasarna stands a two-metre high Hellenistic throne carved from stone which has been interpreted as a throne dedicated possibly to Poseidon, since Phalasarna was a maritime city."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Throne Room at the Palace of Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Throne Room at the Palace of Knossos in Crete was a chamber built for sacred ceremonials during the 15th century BCE and was part of a larger complex that also included an anteroom and an inner chamber. The throne, made of alabaster and standing in the place where it was found, is considered the oldest in Europe. The walls of the Throne Room were decorated with frescoes of griffins, mythical..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trajan Cretan Silver Coin Showing Diktynna and Infant Zeus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver coin from the Roman Crete, 97-117 CE. The British Museum, London. After the Roman conquest of Crete in 66 BCE, emperors sympathetic to Greek culture, such as Trajan and Hadrian, focused on renovating and developing public spaces, especially Greek temples, across the island. 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Working with both archaeological evidence, research and her own imagination, Wendy has produced a brilliant book and in this interview, we chat about her experiences on Crete, her inspiration for the novel and the weaving of history, imagination and myth as well as verse and prose."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Jennifer Saint: Author of Debut Novel Ariadne (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "As Princesses of Crete and daughters of the fearsome King Minos, Ariadne and her sister Phaedra grow up hearing the hoofbeats and bellows of the Minotaur echo from the Labyrinth beneath the palace. The Minotaur - Minos's greatest shame and Ariadne's brother - demands blood every year. When Theseus, Prince of Athens, arrives in Crete as a sacrifice to the beast, Ariadne falls in love with him..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos Crete - The palace of Knossos - ancient (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Knossos nearby Heraklion Crete. Shot by HD-video. The great ancient Minoan palace was built gradually between 1700 and 1400 BC, with periodic rebuildings after destruction. Go and vist Crete your self. Video-editing, background music etc.. Pinnacle Studie 12 Ultimate Plus. Video by John Stæhr"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Swallow's Dance // An Interview with Author Wendy Orr (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Swallow's Dance by Wendy Orr is a beautiful portrait of the Aegean Bronze Age set during the time of the Theran eruption through the eyes of a young girl. 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It wasn’t an easy journey for him and he had to battle six monsters..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans: A Civilization of Bronze Age Crete (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Minoans were a civilization who flourished during the Bronze Age in the Aegean, and originated from the island of Crete. The #Minoans were a strong maritime entity and traded throughout the Aegean, primarily with the early Mycenaeans on mainland Greece, and with Egypt. #Knossos is a well known site which was excavated by Arthur Evans. 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Leptis Magna (aka Lepcis Magna), located in western Libya, North Africa, was a Phoenician city founded by Tyre in the 7th century BCE. Continuing to be a major city in the Roman period, it was the birthplace of Emperor Septimius Severus (r. 193-211 CE). Leptis Magna, thanks to its impressive ruins such as the Augustan Theatre, forum and Tetrapylon arch, is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Phoenicians - Master Mariners (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Driven by their desire for trade and the acquisition of such commodities as silver from Spain, gold from Africa, and tin from the Scilly Isles, the Phoenicians sailed far and wide, even beyond the Mediterranean's traditional safe limits of the Pillars of Hercules and into the Atlantic. They were credited with many important nautical inventions and firmly established a reputation as the greatest..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bathhouse Complex at Leptis Magna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Artist's depiction of the bathouse complex at Leptis Magna, by Rocío Espin."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Head of Gorgon, Leptis Magna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One of the heads of Gorgon from the new severan forum, Leptis Magna (Libya). 3rd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Lepcis Magna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map (rough) of ancient Leptis Magna, Libya, own work composed from various map references."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Old Forum of Leptis Magna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Old Roman Forum of Leptis Magna."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Hercules-Melqart (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Temple of Hercule-Melqart on the forum vetus of Lepcis Magna"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tetrapylon, Leptis Magna (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Arch with four sides, dedicated to Septimius Severus and his family. 2nd century CE, Leptis Magna (Libya)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Western Mediterranean 264 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the western Mediterranean at the time of the First Punic War in 264 BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre in Leptis Magna, Reconstructed (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This modern reconstruction digitally restores a Roman theatre in Leptis Magna. Located in Khoms, Libya."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Al-Hums (Libya) Travel - Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Take a tour of Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna in Al-Hums, Libya — part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats. Buried under the desert sands of what is now Libya, the city of Leptis Magna lay forgotten for hundreds of long years. Thanks to recent painstaking archaeological work, this beautiful place has once again emerged to the world of people. The city..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Leptis Magna was enlarged and embellished by Septimius Severus, who was born there and later became emperor. It was one of the most beautiful cities of the Roman Empire, with its imposing public monuments, harbour, market-place, storehouses, shops and residential districts. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/183/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sabratha (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Sabratha was an ancient port city on the coast of North Africa (in modern-day Libya). The site was originally inhabited by the indigenous Berber Zwagha tribe in the 8th century BCE (according to the 11th-century CE historian al-Bakari) who gave it their name. It became a Carthaginian colony c. 500 BCE, known as Tsabatan, and part of a tri-city trade network known to the Greeks as the Emporia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Expeditions in Sub-Saharan Africa (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Sub-Saharan Africa was explored by Roman expeditions between 19 BCE - 90 CE, most likely in an effort to locate the sources of valuable trade goods and establish routes to bring them to the seaports on the coast of North Africa, thereby minimizing disruption in trade caused by conflicts among indigenous tribes and kingdoms. Most of these expeditions began as military campaigns, while the last one..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Basilica Ruins, Sabratha (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Ruins of a Byzantine basilica at Sabratha, west of Tripoli."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Mausoleum of Bes (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Punic Mausoleum."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman theater (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Roman theater : orchestra"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Theatre of Sabratha (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Roman theatre at Sabratha on the coast of North Africa. 2nd-3rd century CE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Archaeological Site of Sabratha (UNESCO/NHK) (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "A Phoenician trading-post that served as an outlet for the products of the African hinterland, Sabratha was part of the short-lived Numidian Kingdom of Massinissa before being Romanized and rebuilt in the 2nd and 3rd centuries A.D. Source: UNESCO TV / © NHK Nippon Hoso Kyokai URL: http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/184/"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Civilization (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

The Minoan civilization flourished in the Middle Bronze Age (c. 2000 - c. 1450 BCE) on the island of Crete located in the eastern Mediterranean. With their unique art and architecture, and the spread of their ideas through contact with other cultures across the Aegean, the Minoans made a significant contribution to the development of Western European civilization.

Labyrinth-like palace..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Akrotiri Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age frescoes from Akrotiri on the Aegean island of Thera (modern-day Santorini) provide some of the most famous images from the ancient Greek world. Sometime between 1650 and 1550 BCE Thera suffered a devastating earthquake which destroyed the town, and this catastrophe was soon followed by a volcanic eruption which covered the settlement of Akrotiri in metres-thick layers of pumice and..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Greek Clothing (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Ancient Greek clothing developed from the Minoan Civilization of Crete (2000-1450 BCE) through the Mycenean Civilization (1700-1100 BCE), Archaic Period (8th century to c. 480 BCE) and is most recognizable from the Classical Period (c. 480-323 BCE). The simplified fashion of the later periods recommended Greek garments to other cultures who adopted and used them widely. Generally speaking, most..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Beauty in the Bronze Age - Minoan & Mycenaean Fashion (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Dress and appearance in Bronze Age Greece (c. 3100 BCE - c. 1100 BCE) played a part in defining gender roles and emphasising idealized beauty that planted the seed for modern-day standards. The Minoans turned the island of Crete into a Mediterranean powerhouse and dominated Aegean culture until around 1450 BCE when the Mycenaean civilization from the Greek mainland peaked and wrested control. Frescoes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Exploring Western Crete's Archaeological Treasures (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "As the cradle of European civilization and a meeting place of diverse cultures, Crete is a magical island that stands apart in the heart of the Mediterranean sea. Its prominent place in world history dates back to the mysterious and fascinating Bronze Age civilization of the Minoans, who were building lavish labyrinth-like palaces at a time when Athens was just a village. In the Odyssey, Homer describes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Dragonfly Song by Wendy Orr (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In this interview, Ancient History Encyclopedia is talking to Wendy Orr about her first historical fiction novel set in the Aegean Bronze Age, Dragonfly Song. Kelly Macquire (AHE): Wendy, thank you for joining me! Do you want to start off just telling everyone a little bit about what the book is about? Wendy Orr (Author): Aissa is an outcast who is actually the high priestess, the queen's..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview: Swallow's Dance by Wendy Orr (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In this interview, Ancient History Encyclopedia is speaking with Wendy Orr, the rather prolific author of numerous books who has recently published the book Swallow's Dance. It is a book of historical fiction set in the Bronze Age Aegean that we think is going to be of great interest to our readers here at Ancient History Encyclopedia. Jan van der Crabben (AHE): Could you tell me a little bit about..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Frescoes (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Frescoes are the source of some of the most striking imagery handed down to us from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE). Further, without written records, they are often the only source, along with decorated pottery, of just how the world appeared to the Minoans and give us tantalizing glimpses of their beliefs, cultural practices and aesthetic tastes. Techniques & Colours..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Jewellery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The jewellery of the Minoan civilization based on Bronze Age Crete demonstrates, as with other Minoan visual art forms, not only a sophisticated technological knowledge (in this case of metalwork) and an ingenuity of design but also a joy in vibrantly representing nature and a love of flowing, expressive, shapes and forms. Materials & Technology Initially influenced technically and artistically..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Pottery (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The ever evolving pottery from the Minoan civilization of Bronze Age Crete (2000-1500 BCE) demonstrates, perhaps better than any other medium, not only the Minoan joy in animal, sea and plant life but also their delight in flowing, naturalistic shapes and design. Kamares Style Following on from the pre-palatial styles of Vasiliki (with surfaces decorated in mottled red and black) and Barbotine..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Stoneware (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Craftsmen of the Minoan civilization centred on the island of Crete produced stone vessels from the early Bronze Age (c. 2500 BCE) using a wide variety of stone types which were laboriously carved out to create vessels of all shapes, sizes and function. The craft continued for a millennium and vessels were of such quality that they found their way to the Greek mainland and islands across the Aegean..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Sacred Cakes in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Sacred cakes in ancient Greece were baked loaves, biscuits, pastries, and sponges sweetened with honey (meli) and prepared as unburnt offerings to the gods and goddesses and other divine beings. Unburnt offerings were substitutes for or a complement to animal sacrifices whose bones and fat would then be burnt on the altar while their meat would be served in a cultic feast. The Greeks baked cakes..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Jericho River: An Interview with David Tollen (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "In his first work of fiction, the novel The Jericho River ($12.88 on Amazon/ $9.94 on Bookdepository) David Tollen tells a vivid story by beautifully bringing together most major civilizations in history. In this exclusive interview, Jan van der Crabben, CEO of Ancient History Encyclopedia speaks to author David Tollen, to find out more about his journey writing The Jericho River. JvdC: The..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Minoans & Mycenaeans: Comparison of Two Bronze Age Civilisations (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Bronze Age Aegean in the eastern Mediterranean encompassed several powerful entities: the Minoans on Crete; the Mycenaeans on mainland Greece, and the Cypriots on Cyprus. These cultures are often examined separately, and thus the ample cross-cultural transmission between them is overlooked. Focussing on the Minoans and Mycenaeans, although they are often perceived as one following after the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Central Courtyard, Phaistos, Crete (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Central Courtyard and East Apartments of the Minoan Palace of Phaistos, Crete (2000-1400 BCE)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Clay Tablet with Linear A Script (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A clay tablet from Zakros, Crete inscribed with Linear A script. Still undeciphered, Linear A script was used by the Minoan civilization from c. 1850 to c. 1450 BCE. 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(British Museum, London)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Kamares Ware Pottery (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two examples of the distinctive Kamares Style of pottery decoration used by the Minoans based on Crete in the Middle Bronze Age (2000-1700 BCE). The designs were rendered with bold strokes of red and white on a black background and the style is named after the place on Crete where most examples have been excavated."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete, probably the ceremonial and political center of the Minoan civilization and culture. It is a popular tourist destination today, as it is near the main city of Heraklion and has been substantially if imaginatively "rebuilt", making the site accessible to the casual visitor in a way that a field of unmarked ruins is not."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos Palace, Crete - Reconstruction (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The palace of Knossos, was constructed c. 1700 BCE. In addition to its political function, it was perhaps also designed as an economic and religious centre for the Minoan civilization. Knossos was destroyed for the final time c. 1380 BCE - surviving invasion, fire, and earthquake nearly a century longer than similar Minoan complexes. 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The ring probably originates from Knossos and depicts the epiphany of a goddess: seated in a shrine, floating in the air and standing in a boat. The hoop is decorated with granulation. (Herakleion Archaeological Museum, Crete)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Gold Signet Ring with Three Figures before a Temple (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Gold signet ring showing one female and two male figures before a temple, from Phourni, Crete, c. 1700-1450 BCE. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete. Minoan religion is characterized by the prominent role of female figures engaged in ritual activities. 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(National Archaeological Museum, Athens)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Rock-Crystal Vase (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Minoan vase carved from rock-crystal, from Zakros on Crete, c. 1450 BCE. The collar includes gilded ivory discs and the handle is made from rock-crystal beads strung on bronze wire. The vessel was probably used to pour liquids in religious rituals. (Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Minoan Snake Goddess, Knossos. (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Faience figurine of the Minoan Snake Goddess - her dominion was over nature and fertility. New-Palace period (1600 BCE). 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(Museum of Prehistoric Thera, Santorini)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One side (A) of the Phaistos disk, New-Palace period (1600-1450 BCE), Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Crete, Each side of the clay disk is impressed with hieroglyphic symbols as yet undeciphered."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Phaistos Disk (Side B) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "One side (B) of the Phaistos Disk, New-Palace period (1600-1450 BCE). 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Rather than a single state or continuous empire, the Hellenic world emerged through shared language, religious practices, artistic forms, and political ideas that evolved over nearly..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Akrotiri and the Eruption of Thera: The Pompeii of the Aegean (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Often referred to as the Pompeii of the Aegean, Akrotiri is a settlement that was completely covered by pumice after the eruption of Thera in the late 17th / early 16th century BCE. Thera, the name of both the island and the volcano erupted and conserved the site, much like the site of Pompeii after the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE. Unlike Pompeii though, no human remains were found on Akrotiri..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Dragonfly Song // An Interview with Author Wendy Orr (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Dragonfly Song, a middle-grade novel by Wendy Orr is set during the Bronze Age in the Aegean. Working with both archaeological evidence, research and her own imagination, Wendy has produced a brilliant book and in this interview, we chat about her experiences on Crete, her inspiration for the novel and the weaving of history, imagination and myth as well as verse and prose."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Knossos Crete - The palace of Knossos - ancient (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Knossos nearby Heraklion Crete. Shot by HD-video. 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The frescoes which survived have become iconic, such as the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The scientific origins of the Minotaur - Matt Kaplan (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-scientific-origins-of-the-minotaur-matt-kaplan The myth of the Minotaur tells the story of an enraged beast forever wandering the corridors of a damp labyrinth, filled with a rage so intense that its deafening roar shakes the earth. But is this story just fiction, or an attempt of our early ancestors to make sense of the natural world? Matt Kaplan..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Galatia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Galatia was a region in north-central Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) settled by the Celtic Gauls c. 278-277 BCE. The name comes from the Greek for "Gaul" which was repeated by Latin writers as Galli. The Celts were offered the region by the king of neighboring Bithynia, Nicomedes I (r. 278-255 BCE) and established themselves in three provinces made up of four cantons (wards) comprised..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Conflict & Celts: The Creation of Ancient Galatia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Galatia was the most long-lasting and powerful Celtic settlement outside of Europe. It was the only kingdom of note to be forged during the Celtic invasions of the Mediterranean in the 4th and 3rd centuries BCE. From its foundation, Galatia was a formidable power in Asia Minor, capable of demanding tribute from powerful states like the Kingdom of Pergamon. Galatia was situated in eastern Phrygia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Roman Rule in Asia Minor, c. 200 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the geopolitical landscape of Asia Minor during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193–211 CE), around the year 200 CE. By this time, the peninsula (modern-day Turkey) had been under Roman rule for more than two centuries, following successive campaigns of the Republic and annexations under the early empire. Asia Minor formed one of the empire’s most prosperous regions..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Roman Province of Galatia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map showing the position of the province of Galatia within the Roman Empire."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Empire in 117 CE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Roman Empire at its maximum extent in 117 CE, under the rule of Trajan."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Regions of Ancient Anatolia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map of the regions of ancient Anatolia, circa 500 BC. Greek settlement areas are noted in italics."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delos (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Delos is a Greek island in the Cyclades archipelago which was both an influential political force and, with its sanctuary to the god Apollo, an important religious centre in the Archaic and Classical periods. The island was also a major commercial and trading centre in the 2nd and 1st centuries BCE. Delos is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Delos in Mythology

Delos..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Sculpture (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "The Cycladic islands of the Aegean were first inhabited by voyagers from Asia Minor around 3000 BCE and a certain prosperity was achieved thanks to the wealth of natural resources on the islands such as gold, silver, copper, obsidian and marble. This prosperity allowed for a flourishing of the arts and the uniqueness of Cycladic art is perhaps best illustrated by their clean-lined and minimalistic..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Genocide in the Ancient World (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Genocide is often viewed as a particular feature of our own current age. 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The modern term Delian League refers to the primarily maritime συμμᾰχία or symmachy (offensive-defensive alliance) among various Greek poleis, which emerged after the second Mede invasion of the Hellenes (480-479 BCE), and dissolved when the Athenians surrendered to the Spartans at the end of the Peloponnesian War (404 BCE) – also called..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 4: The Ten Years War (431/0-421/0 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The fourth phase of the Delian League encompasses the first part of the Great Peloponnesian War, also referred to as the Ten Years War, sometimes called quite incorrectly The Archidamian War, and it ends with the Peace of Nicias (431/30 – 421/20 BCE). Though the Ten Years War had several surprising events, the two alliances fought essentially..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Delian League, Part 5: The Peace of Nicias, Quadruple Alliance, and Sicilian Expedition (421/0-413/2 BCE) (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "This text is part of an article series on the Delian League. The fifth phase of the Delian League begins with the Peace of Nicias – a settlement that settled nothing – and ends with the start of the Decelean War (also referred to as the Ionian War). This conflict's beginning overlaps the League's disaster in Sicily, which occurred shortly thereafter (421/0 – 413/2 BCE). Although the resources..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Olive in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Olives and olive oil were not only an important component of the ancient Mediterranean diet but also one of the most successful industries in antiquity. Cultivation of the olive spread with Phoenician and Greek colonization from Asia Minor to Iberia and North Africa and fine olive oil became a great trading commodity right through to the Roman period and beyond. The olive also came to have a wider..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Trade in Ancient Greece (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Trade was a fundamental aspect of the ancient Greek world and following territorial expansion, an increase in population movements, and innovations in transport, goods could be bought, sold, and exchanged in one part of the Mediterranean which had their origin in a completely different and far distant region. Food, raw materials, and manufactured goods were not only made available to Greeks for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Wine in the Ancient Mediterranean (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Wine was the most popular manufactured drink in the ancient Mediterranean. With a rich mythology, everyday consumption, and important role in rituals wine would spread via the colonization process to regions all around the Mediterranean coastal areas and beyond. The Greeks institutionalised wine-drinking in their famous symposia drinking parties, and the Romans turned viticulture into a hugely successful..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Aphrodite, Eros, & Pan (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A Parian marble statue group of Aphrodite, Eros, and Pan. From the 'House of the Poseidoniastai', Delos. The statue was dedicated to Dionysos, c. 100 BCE. Aphrodite is depicted fighting off the advances of Pan with her sandal. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Boxer Fresco, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail of the fresco from the façade of a private house on Delos. The fresco depicts two boxers or wrestlers, a trumpeter and Hercules. 2-1st century BCE. (Site museum, Delos)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cistern, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The cistern used to collect rainwater near the theatre, Delos, 3rd century BCE. The eight arches once held the roof and are made from granite blocks. The cistern is the largest on Delos, 8.3 m deep and capable of holding 270 cubic metres of water."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Column Phallus, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Two columns topped by a phallus, each carrying relief scenes of Dionysos and Pan, c. 300 BCE. The phallus was a typical symbol of the cult of Dionysos. They stand as part of the Stoivadeion, a rectangular exedra."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Cycladic Figurine c. 2400 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble figurine from the Cycladic islands, c. 2400 BCE. The posture and incised details are typical of Cycladic sculpture and the swollen belly may suggest pregnancy. The function of the statues is unknown but they may represent a fertility deity. (J.Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, USA)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delos Lion Sculpture (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A lion sculpture in marble from the island of Delos in the Greek Cyclades, 7th century BCE (this is a replica as the originals are now in the museum of Delos). Orignally nine or even as many as 16 lions lined an avenue in the sanctuary complex dedicated to Apollo."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delos Panorama (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A panorama of the archaeological site of Delos, one of the most important religious sanctuaries in the Greek world and a major trading centre in the 1st and 2nd century CE Roman world."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Delos Silver Drachm (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Silver drachm from Delos, Cyclades, late 6th century BCE. O: Lyre (R: incuse square)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Detail, Dionysos Mosaic, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A detail showing the tiger from the Dionysos Mosaic emblemata which depicts the god riding the animal. From the House of Dionysos, Delos. (Hellenistic Period)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Exedra, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble exedra at Delos, in front of the Propylaea, 2-1st century BCE. These were used as a place to set up dedicatory statues or as seating for weary travellers to the site."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Fighting Gaul (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A marble statue of a fighting Gaul. Found in Delos. 100 BCE. (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Floor Mosaic, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Part of the floor mosaic from the House of the Trident, Delos. It is a motif commonly seen in mosaics at Delos. 3rd-2nd century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "House of Dionysos, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The 5.8 m high columns of the atrium of the House of Dionysos, Delos. 3rd-2nd century BCE. The famous mosaic depicting Dionysos riding a tiger was discovered here."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lions of Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The marble lions of Delos. Originally there were as many as nine lions which lined the avenue leading from the sanctuary to the harbour of Skardanas. They were donated by the citizens of Naxos in the 7th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Lions of Delos (Originals) (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The original marble lions inside the site museum of Delos (those outside being copies). Originally there were as many as nine lions which lined the avenue leading from the sanctuary to the harbour of Skardanas. They were donated by the citizens of Naxos in the 7th century BCE."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Classical Greek Sanctuaries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the main religious sanctuaries of classical Greece. The following gods' sanctuaries are marked in colour: Aphrodite, Apollo, Artemis, Asclepius, Athena, Dionysius, Demeter, Hera, Poseidon, Zeus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of the Greek City-states c. 500 BCE (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This map illustrates the city-states of Classical Greece around 500 BCE, highlighting the rise of the polis system and the growing reach of Hellenic influence along the Mediterranean and Black Sea coasts. The period saw Athens and Sparta emerge as dominant powers, shaping the political and military balance of the Greek world and laying the groundwork for collective resistance to external threats..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Old Silenus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A statue of a comic actor in the costume of Old Silenus, a companion and teacher of Dionysos, the god of wine. He holds a drum and has an empty wine skin over his shoulder. 2nd-1st century BCE, Delos. (Site Museum, Delos)"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman House, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The remains of a 2-1st century BCE Roman house on the island of Delos. The building is known as the House of Hermes and was originally of five stories, three of which survive. The building includes a peristyle, stairs, and various rooms including a bathroom. Such tall buildings, as here, were typically built into hillsides."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Portrait Bust (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A roman portrait bust of an unknown man, 2nd century BCE. From the palaestra of Delos. The bust is a typical example of the sometimes unflattering realism of Roman portraiture."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Temple of Isis, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The façade of the Doric Temple of Isis, Delos. (2nd century BCE). In the left foreground is the altar to the goddess."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Theatre, Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The theatre of Delos, c. 300 BCE. The theatre had a capacity for 5,000 spectators and the front row has marble seats with backs for dignitaries."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tombstone from Delos (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This marble tombstone depicts a nude youth taking a oil flask from a boy attendant. From Delos. Circa, 375 BCE. The British Museum, London."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Greek Goddess Artemis: Goddess of the Hunt and the Moon in Greek Mythology (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The Greek goddess Artemis was the goddess of the hunt, wild nature and the moon in Greek mythology. She was the daughter of Leto and Zeus, and the twin sister to Apollo, the god of the sun, medicine and music among others. Artemis was a patron to young girls, a protector of childbirth, the goddess of chastity and fertility, and she chose to remain a maiden much like the goddesses Athena and Hestia..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Greek God Apollo: The Myths of the Olympian God of Music, Medicine, the Sun and Archery (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The god Apollo in Greek mythology is the Olympian god of, well, quite a lot! Apollo is associated with the bow, music, divination, the sun, poetry, healing and medicine and, who would have thought, plagues. He was one of the most loved gods of the Ancient Greek world, and it may have been because he was associated with so many positive things in life and he was worshipped primarily at the sanctuaries..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Isthmia (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Isthmia is a genitive noun with the meaning 'of the Isthmus.' It generally refers to the site that held the famous Isthmian Games near Corinth on the Isthmus. A natural assembly place for many Greeks and travellers. Isthmia in Antiquity was one of Greece's large Panhellenic sanctuaries and played host to the Isthmian Games (founded in 584 BCE) and hence held a special importance throughout the..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Interview with Dr. Rita Roussos (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Join World History Encyclopedia as they chat with Dr. Rita Roussos. Dr. Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites like Isthmia, Kato, and Mantinea. If you did not already know, World History has teamed up with Adante Travels and designed a tour in Greece exclusively for our..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Excavations at side of Roman bath (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Excavations at side of Roman Bath and the Hexamilion wall"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Classical Greek Sanctuaries (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the main religious sanctuaries of classical Greece. The following gods' sanctuaries are marked in colour: Aphrodite, Apollo, Artemis, Asclepius, Athena, Dionysius, Demeter, Hera, Poseidon, Zeus."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Bath (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Mosaic floor of Roman Bath house"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Roman Bath House (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Hydrocausts under the floor of the Roman Bathhouse at Isthmia"; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Exploring Ancient Greece with Dr. Rita Roussos (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Thinking about travelling to visit all of the wonderful remains of Ancient Greece? Well, then you've come to the right place. In this interview, Kelly has sat down with Dr Rita Roussos, our guide for our upcoming tour in the Autumn. Dr Roussos is a native Athenian who has taught archaeology and art history at the American University of Athens and is a trained archaeologist who has worked on sites..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gordium (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Gordium was the capital of ancient Phrygia, modern Yassihüyük. It is situated on the place where the ancient Royal road between Lydia and Assyria/Babylonia crosses the river Sangarius, which flows from central Anatolia to the Black Sea. Remains of the road are still visible. In the ninth century BCE, the city became the capital of the Phrygians, a Thracian tribe that had invaded and settled in..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bowl from Gordion, Tumulus K III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Bowl from "Tumulus K.III" at Gordion (Gordium), in modern-day Turkey. Mid-8th century to early 7th century BCE. (Museum of Archaeology, Istanbul, Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Bust of Goddess Cybele from Gordium (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "This is a limestone bust of the goddess Cybele. 6th century BCE. From Gordium (or Gordion), the capital city of ancient Phrygia. (Museum of Archaeology, Istanbul, Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gordium Wooden Furniture (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Wooden furniture (table, serving stand, stool) from the royal burials (tumuli) at Gordium (the capital of the ancient kingdom of Phrygia in modern-day Turkey). Phrygian period, end of 8th century BCE. The Gordium wooden objects have been recognized as the most important collection of wooden finds recovered from the ancient Near East. Several of the most elaborate pieces have been mounted for..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Gordium, capital city of ancient Phrygia (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "In the ninth century BCE, Gordium became the capital of the Phrygians, a Thracian tribe that had invaded and settled in Asia."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Jug from Gordion, Tumulus K III (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Single-handed spouted jug from "Tumulus K.III" at Gordion (Gordium), in modern-day Turkey. Mid-8th century to early 7th century BCE. (Museum of Archaeology, Istanbul, Turkey)."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Map of Gordium (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "A map depicting the approximate layout of the Phrygian city of Gordium."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Myth of King Midas and his Golden Touch (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "Midas, the mythological king of Phrygia in Asia Minor or Anatolia (modern-day Turkey) was the son of Gordias, and in some accounts, Cybele, the Phrygian Mother Goddess. He is best known from the myth where he is given the gift of turning everything he touches into gold, known as his golden touch. Midas may or may not have been a real person, but his legendary status continues through the myths concerning..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pasargadae (1)"; dcterms:abstract "

Pasargadae was one of the oldest residences of the Achaemenid kings, founded by Cyrus the Great (r.559-530). It resembled a park of 2x3 km in which several monumental buildings were to be seen. According to the Roman geographer Strabo of Amasia, the palace of Pasargadae was built on the site where king Cyrus (r.559-530) defeated the leader of the Medes, Astyages, in 550 BCE (Strabo, Geography..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Discovering the Glories of Persia (Article)"; dcterms:abstract "Iran, or Persia as it was formerly known, is a country with a long and rich history stretching back thousands of years and where many civilisations thrived. With 24 historical sites registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List and each with its own story to tell, Iran offers an incredible variety of archaeological and cultural wonders. There is no shortage of wonderful places to explore in Iran..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Achaemenid Empire Map (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Map of the Persian Achaemenid Empire at its greatest extent under the reigns of Darius the Great and Xerxes. Inspired by Historical Atlas of Georges Duby (p.11, map D), this map was made by Fabienkhan the 24th of August 2006, using Inkscape and GIMP. Arad translated the map to help."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pasargadae Audience Hall (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The audience hall of the royal palace in Pasargadae."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Pasargadae Palace (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Cyrus the great's private palace at Pasargadae. This palace is one of the two first builded in the emerging capital of the founder of the new persian empire. Before Pasargadae, the persian who were nomadic shepperds, had no real architectural traditions of stone and columned palaces. Pasargade changed that, and shows the first attempts to set the persian achaemenian architectural style: Mesopotamian..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Prison of Solomon (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The so-called Prison of Solomon (Zendan-i Suleiman), Pasargadae, Iran. A fire temple, a tomb or a depository, this now-fragmentary construction continues to defy secure interpretation."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "The Persian Empire (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "The Persian Empire about 500 BC."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Tomb of Cyrus (Image)"; dcterms:abstract "Burial place of Cyrus the Great (d. 530 BCE) of the Persian Achaemenid Empire. Pasargadae World Heritage Site, modern-day Iran."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail . a oac:Annotation; dcterms:creator "World History Encyclopedia"; dcterms:title "Ancient Persia and the Achaemenid Persian Empire (Video)"; dcterms:abstract "The region of ancient Persia, which is modern-day Iran, has one of the longest histories, reaching back to the Palaeolithic Age, some one hundred thousand years ago. Between circa 1500 and 1000 BCE, a Persian priest named Zoroaster, also known as Zarathustra, claimed he received a vision from Ahura Mazda. The god told him to rectify the error of following a polytheistic religion, and to instead..."; oac:hasBody ; oac:hasTarget ; foaf:thumbnail .