2. Your civilization went to war
Your civilization went to war. You defeated the enemy and took over their land. How would you treat them?

3. Why is it important to have a strong army
Why is it important to have a strong army? What advantages are there for having an army that is powerful? How does this affect enemies and civilizations who have yet to face a powerful army?

4. DO NOW HOW MANY YEARS DID KING SOLOMON RULE FOR?
IS IT GOOD TO BE IN POWER FOR THAT LONG? EXPLAIN WHY YES AND WHY NO
WHAT WAS THE BABY STORY?

6. SECTION 4 CHAPTER 2
THE RISE OF NEW EMPIRES

7. Assyrian Empire Exploited the use of iron weapons
Known for their military power
Well disciplined soldiers
Used terror as an instrument of warfare
Smashed dams, cut down trees, set crops on fire
Terrorized captives

8. WOW (do not write)
“ 3,000 of their combat troops I felled with weapons… Many I took alive; some of these I cut off their hands to the wrist; from others I cut off their noses, ears and fingers; I put out the eyes of many of the soldiers…. I burned their young men and women to death.”

10. Assyrians Continued Built strong roads that were maintained
Set up posts of horses with messengers to relay news or other information
It was said a message could go anywhere and be received in about a week
One of the worlds first libraries set up

12. Discussion Question
The Assyrians were known as lethal warriors. One of the reasons they were successful in war was the terror tactics they used, devastating conquered populations and committing atrocities on captives. Should armies follow moral standards as they fight wars, or should anything go as long as it serves victory?

13. Your civilization went to war
Your civilization went to war. You defeated the enemy and took over their land. How would you treat them?

14. The Persian Empire

15. Rise of the Persian Empire
Located in Iran
Cyrus creates powerful nation
Demonstrated a lot of wisdom and compassion (especially mercy)
Had respect for other civilizations and culture

16. Darius Son in law to Cyrus Strengthens the Persian Empire
Divides empire into 20 provinces or satrapies
Each is ruled by a satrap or governor
Satrap- “Protector of the Kingdom”
Collected taxes, protected and provided justice

18. Road to Glory
Well maintained roads allowed good communication between messengers
Royal Road- stretched from Lydia to Susa, chief capital of the empire
Set up stations that provided shelter and food and water

20. Military Had professional soldiers
Cavalry of 10,000 and elite infantry of 10,000
Known as the Immortals
Every time a soldier was killed, they were quickly replaced

22. Military Had professional soldiers
Cavalry of 10,000 and elite infantry of 10,000
Known as the Immortals
Every time a soldier was killed, they were quickly replaced

23. Fall of the Persian Empire
Increased taxes= angry people
Artaxerxes had 115 children
Many rulers were assassinated by their brothers for reign

24. Persian Religion Zoroastrianism
Based on the teachings of Zoroaster, a prophet of Persia
Monotheistic
Ahuramazda is the supreme lord or god who is responsible for the creation according to Zoroaster

25. DISCUSSION QUESTION
Judaism and Zoroastrianism are both monotheistic. Why might the reason be for believing in monotheism rather than polytheism?

26. DO NOW
What are the reasons for the fall of the Persian Empire? Could it have been avoided? Why or why not? Explain why some leaders could not handle the pressure of being emperor. Who were two good emperors of Persia that strengthened the empire??