Isle of Crete, Northern Mediterranean- The earliest civilization in the Aegean region is called "Minoan Crete." Minoan Crete was a Bronze Age civilization, 2800 BCE. Minoan Crete was discovered on the island of Crete by Arthur Evans. The name 'Minoa' is taken from the name of a famous king of …

An elite infantry force of 10,000 Medes and Persians. When an Immortal was killed he was immediately replaced. The Immortals enjoyed special privileges, including concubines and servants traveling with them while they were on campaign. The Immortals also had special food prepared for them.

The God of Light according to Zoroastrianism. Ahuramazda is the God of Good in Zoroastrian thinking. Ahuramazda will eventually triumph over the God of Evil, and exact judgment upon the people of the Earth. Only those who have chosen a righteous path will be allowed to pass into everlasting peace …

A dualistic religion of the Persian Empire after 600 BCE. Zoroastrianism is a religious system attributable to the prophet Zoroaster, 660 BCE. Tenants of Zoroastrianism include the duality of a 'god of light' and a 'god of darkness' who struggle for influence over humanity. Zoroastrianism assumes adherents have free-will, with …

Persian Empire, Middle East- The Royal Road is a vast system of principal roadways constructed, 500 BCE. The Royal Road was at least 1600 miles in length and allowed for efficient transportation of troops from region to region within the Persian empire. The Road also allowed for rapid communication between …

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I recently finished reading The Rover by Joseph Conrad with a team of volunteers over at librivox. The Rover is a very interesting book and not as swashbuckling as the title might make it seem. I could really relate to the character of Peyrol because in some ways …