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

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?

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?

SECTION 4 CHAPTER 2 THE RISE OF NEW EMPIRES

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

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.”

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

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?

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

The Persian Empire

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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??