Mithridates was a Greco-Persian king, who left his mark in history for his war against the Romans and for developing immunity ...

Persepolis, located near Shiraz, was built in the 6th century BCE by Darius the Great. This monumental complex that showcases the grandeur of the Persian ... the Terracotta Army, was designated ...

Half a millennium before the birth of Christ, the great conquerors Cyrus, Darius ... Iran's army, treasury, transportation system and communications network through imposition of the Anglo-Persian ...

King Darius II of Persia is another ... he launched his invasion of the Persian Empire, carrying out his father’s plan with his father’s army, siege machinery and many of the same generals.

Astyages placed Harpagus in command of his army; however, Harpagus secretly planned ... Others argue that the king could have depicted Alexander the Great instead. Darius the Great, the fourth king of ...

Interbellum (490 – 480 BCE) Following the Persian loss, it was evident that a much larger army was needed to defeat the Greek city-states, particularly if they united. Darius set out on his task to ...

However, after years of campaigning, his army feared ... then sent Darius’ body back to Persepolis for a proper royal burial. One of Alexander’s closest and oldest friends was Cleitus, who had become ...

What it’s about: Follows the period of Alexander the Great’s life leading up to the huge battle against King Darius III and the colossal Persian Empire ... as well as a tired army of soldiers wanting ...

Amira El-Fekki is a Newsweek reporter based in Dubai. Her focus is reporting on politics and society in the Middle East. She has in depth knowledge of Arab communities and has covered human rights ...