Cambyses’ Cruelty Beyond His Own Family
Cambyses did not show madness and cruelty only toward his own family. His violent behavior also reached others around him, […]
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Different Stories About the Death of Cambyses’ Sister
Just as there were different stories about the death of Smerdis, there are also two different accounts of how Cambyses’
Cambyses and the Beginning of His Madness
Cambyses, the king of Persia, was already known for strange and violent behavior, even before the events described here. However,
The Oracle’s Message Changes the Course of War
As soon as King Alyattes heard the words of the oracle from Delphi, he acted without delay. The oracle had
The Long War Between Lydia and Miletus
The war between the Lydians and the Milesians continued for eleven long years. During this time, the Milesians suffered greatly.
The Rise of Gyges and the Lydian Kingdom
When Gyges became king of Lydia, he acted quickly to show his power. Soon after taking the throne, he attacked