Stuff You Missed in History Class The Achaemenid Empire
Jun 27, 2016
Explore the origins and expansion of the Achaemenid Empire, including Cyrus the Great's victorious conquests. Discover how Cyrus the Second used propaganda to take over Babylon without military action. Learn about the rise of Darius as the new ruler and the ultimate decline of the empire under Darius I and Xerxes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
History and Formation of the Achaemenid Empire
02:55 • 5min
The Formation and Expansion of the Achaemenid Empire
08:06 • 5min
The Benevolent Entry of Cyrus the Second into Babylon
13:18 • 5min
The Rise of Darius
18:38 • 8min
The Reigns of Darius I and Xerxes: The Decline of the Achaemenid Empire
26:18 • 5min
Expressing Gratitude and Sponsor Advertisements
31:46 • 4min