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Cyrus the Great

In Our Time: History

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The Legacy of Cyrus the Great

This chapter explores the historical significance of the Cyrus Cylinder and its unique role as a foundation text in Mesopotamian history. It examines Cyrus the Great's legacy, including his influence on later leaders and his portrayal as a liberator in literature and the Hebrew Bible. Through archaeological findings and literary analysis, the chapter reveals the complexities of Cyrus's actions as a conqueror and a restorer.

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