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www.historyisnowmagazine.com
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| | | | | [AI summary] Polycrates of Samos, a 6th-century BCE tyrant, rose to power through cunning and ruthlessness, transforming Samos into a naval and commercial powerhouse. His reign was marked by grand architectural projects like the Heraion, engineering marvels such as the Tunnel of Eupalinos, and patronage of the arts, including poets like Anacreon. However, his hubris and relentless ambition led to his downfall, culminating in betrayal and crucifixion by the Persian satrap Oroetes. His story encapsulates the tragic duality of ancient Greek tyranny—visionary yet self-destructive, a cautionary tale of power, hubris, and the limits of human ambition. | |
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militaryhistorynow.com
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| | | | | "The city which had taken the whole world was itself taken." FOR OVER two millennia, the city of Rome has stood as one of the greatest symbols of power, culture, and civilization in human history.... | |
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allthingsvesta.com
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| | | | | Discover life-changing, timeless spirituality - ancient but perfect for the modern world - with these antiquity-inspired rituals that bring focus and fulfillment to your journey. From connecting with the gods through offerings and divination to wearing a personal symbol and seeing Vesta's face in the flame, explore the power of the ancient goddess and polytheism. | |
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www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org
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| | | Encyclopedia of Jewish and Israeli history, politics and culture, with biographies, statistics, articles and documents on topics from anti-Semitism to Zionism. | ||
