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The Persians and their in-laws the Medes. The rise to power of the Achaemids, and the conquest of the Achaemids by Alexander the Great.
Persia
From your Guide, a brief introduction to the Persians and their in-laws the Medes, their rise to power and conquest by Alexander.
Thracian Glitter
By Susan Rotroff. Abstract explains the shadowy history of the Thracians, known to the Greeks as ths birthplace of Ares.

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