A Complete Guide to the Greek Archaic Period

Delve into the enigmatic beginnings and enduring legacy of the Greek Archaic Period with Memory Wizards.

Legacy

The Greek Archaic Period left an enduring legacy that continues to shape the world today. From the development of democracy and philosophy to advancements in art and architecture, Greek culture has had a profound impact on countless aspects of modern society.

Stories

In the Greek Archaic Period, epic stories like the Iliad and the Odyssey captivate with their legendary figures such as Achilles and Odysseus, epic conflicts like the Trojan War, and thrilling narrative events that showcase the heroism and drama of ancient Greece.

Interactive

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The Chronomancer's Map

800-500 BC

Beginning of the Greek Archaic Period

776 BC

First recorded Olympic Games in Olympia

750 BC

Development of the Greek alphabet

700 BC

Rise of Greek city-states (polis)

650 BC

Colonization of Mediterranean and Black Sea regions

621 BC

Reforms of Draco in Athens

594 BC

Reforms of Solon in Athens

560 BC

Tyranny of Peisistratos in Athens

546 BC

Conquest of Lydia by Cyrus the Great

539 BC

Persian conquest of Babylon

525 BC

Construction of the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus

510 BC

Establishment of democracy in Athens by Cleisthenes

500 BC

First Persian invasion of Greece

490 BC

Battle of Marathon

480 BC

Second Persian invasion of Greece

479 BC

Battle of Plataea

478 BC

Formation of the Delian League

461 BC

Rule of Pericles in Athens

447 BC

Construction of the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens

431 BC

Outbreak of the Peloponnesian War

404 BC

End of the Peloponnesian War with the fall of Athens

399 BC

Trial and death of Socrates

387 BC

Peace of Antalcidas between Persia and Greece

336 BC

Assassination of Philip II of Macedon

334 BC

Beginning of Alexander the Great's conquests

323 BC

Death of Alexander the Great in Babylon

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