Ancient world empires Flashcards
1
Q
What were the empires in this age?
A
Assyrian
Chaldean ( Babylonian)
Persian
2
Q
Assyrian
A
Militaristic and cruel
1) ruled by terror
2)Deported the “ ten lost tribes “ of Israel
3
Q
Chaldean or Babylonian
A
Joined with the Medes to overthrow the Assyrians
4
Q
Persian
A
Located in modern Iran
Massive empire
1)Cyrus the Great: one of the greatest conquerors in the history of the ancient near east
2)Persian royal highway