Persian Empire: History of Persia, Eight Grade

Persian Empire Eight grade  The Rise of Persia The Persian Empire rose in the 6th century BCE, led by the Achaemenid dynasty. It became one of the largest and most influential empires in history. The Land and the People The Persians were originally nomadic tribes liv...

Persian Empire Eight grade  The Rise of Persia The Persian Empire rose in the 6th century BCE, led by the Achaemenid dynasty. It became one of the largest and most influential empires in history. The Land and the People The Persians were originally nomadic tribes living in what is now modern-day Iran. They were influenced by the Medes, an older Iranian civilization.  Why Did Persia Rise So Quickly? Advanced Strong Leadership Administration Kings like Cyrus and The use of satraps, roads, Darius were skilled rulers. and standardized laws kept the empire efficient. Religious and Cultural Tolerance Powerful Army Allowed different people The Immortals, a to live peacefully under 10,000-strong elite force, Persian rule. ensured military dominance. Cyrus the Great (c. 600–530 BCE) – The Founder Cyrus II, known as Cyrus the Great, united the Persian tribes and rebelled against the Medes in 550 BCE.  Why Was He "Great"? He respected local cultures and He introduced human rights policies, allowed conquered people to keep like the famous Cyrus Cylinder, their religions and traditions. often called the world’s first declaration of human rights.  Cyru’s 🏆 Achievements: 🏛 What He Did ✨ Why It Matters? United the Persian tribes Created one of the world’s first empires Conquered Babylon (539 BCE) Freed the Jews; respected local religions Created the Cyrus Cylinder First known declaration of human rights Allowed religious freedom Gained loyalty from conquered people Started the Persian tradition of His legacy influenced leaders like tolerance Alexander the Great "Cyrus the Great is remembered as one of the most just and tolerant rulers in ancient history."  Major leaders Darius Xerxes Expanded the empire, created Famous for fighting the provinces (satrapies), built the Greeks (Battle of Royal Road. Thermopylae).