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18 Ancient Greek Facts That Might Change How You See History

Ancient Greece is traditionally remembered for its philosophy, mythology, and great buildings—but there's a lesser-known side that hardly finds its way into textbooks. Under the neat image is a world ...
PBS

Ancient Greece: History and Documentaries About Ancient Greek Civilization, Mythology, and Art

The vibrant period of Ancient Greek civilization from 1200 BCE to 323 BCE gave us exceptional achievements that we continue to benefit from today. It was a long stretch of time that spanned from the ...
Greek Reporter

What Was Life Like Inside Ancient Greek Sanctuaries?

Ancient Greek sanctuaries were places of worship, but they also served as business centers, attracting large numbers of ...
The Conversation

The ancient Greeks had alternative facts too – they were just more chill about it

Brandeis University provides funding as a member of The Conversation US. In an age of deepfakes and alternative facts, it can be tricky getting at the truth. But persuading others – or even yourself – ...
Greek Reporter

How Ancient Greek Statesman Cleisthenes Forged Democracy a Century Before Pericles

Long before Pericles' Golden Age, an aristocrat named Cleisthenes laid the true foundation for Athenian democracy.