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- 1. Origins and Findings
- Originally from Central Asia (Russia).
- Invade Greek mainland around 2000 B.C.E.
- Conquer the majority of the Peloponnesian Peninsula.
- They became the first kings of Greece
- 2. Can you find Mycenae? In the Grasslands
- 3. How do we know about the Mycenaeans? Dear Heinrich Schliemann , Thank you for discovering the walled palace of Mycenae and for your lovely Mycenaean artifacts. Sincerely, Miss Rice
- 4. Mycenaean Kingdoms
- Palaces built on a hilltops with huge walls to protect them
- In times of danger all citizens of Mycenae lived within the city walls.
- 5. This is where the palace of Mycenae once stood. Polis = City-state
- 6. Mycenaean Kingdoms
- The Megaron = entertainment, shelter,& council meetings (Powerful Kings)
- 7. Archaeological remains of Mycenae.
- 8. Mycenaean Kingdoms
- The powerful kings gave land(Estates)to those who deserved it.
- The land was worked by slaves ortenants
- 9. Learning the Ropes
- By 1800 B.C.E. Mycenaeans begin to trade with Minoans.
- Copied Minoan design for ships and culture (making bronze swords & shields)!
- Learn to navigate using the sun and stars.
- 10. Economy & Trade
- By 1400 B.C.E. control the Mediterranean Sea!
- Trade with Egypt & Parts of Southern Italy.
- Why?
- Overthrow the Minoans
- 11. Warriors at Heart
- Had strong weapons.
- Fierce Warriors!-PRIDE!!
- Once they gain control of Med. Sea begin to conquer other lands.
- 12. Mycenaean soldiers, ready for battle!
- 14. Late Mycenaean helmets 1300-1100 B.C. Based on pottery, fresco, sculptures representation and partial findings.
- 15. Warriors from Mycenae (1200 B.C.) oil painting based on mycenaean pottery (artist Andrea Salimbeti).
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