In this program we'll take a look at the illustrious life of the great Persian King of Kings, Darius I, also known as Darius the Great. Regarded by many as the most powerful ruler of the Achaemenid Dynasty of ancient Iran, Darius I is also amongst its most controversial. We'll dive deeper into the life of great king, the contentious debate about his rise to power, and ultimately examine the words of Darius himself about his these and other aspects of his life and beliefs.
Contents:
00:00 Introduction and Historical Context 03:37 Early Life of Darius 05:14 Rise to Power as told in the Behistun Inscription 16:55 Lineage and Family of Darius 18:10 Rebellions and Troubles of 522 BC 20:43 Architect of an Empire: Satrapies, Reforms, Roads and Canals 25:19 Darius the Builder: Susa and Persepolis 33:50 Expansion of the Achaemenid Empire 35:25 The Ionian Revolt 37:17 Invasion of Greece and the Battle of Marathon 43:21 Thank You and Patrons
Special thanks to Farya Faraji for the music:
"Achaemenes" "Shirin and Khosrow" "The Riding Angaros" "Memory of Cyrus" "Spantodhata's Warning" "The Apadana's Shadow" "Battle of Cunaxa" "Hyrcanian Lullaby" "Immortals" "Apranik's Charge" "March of Achaemenes"
Check out more of his work that spans across many countries, cultures and time periods: https://www.youtube.com/@faryafaraji
