CIVILIZATION
PERSIAN
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Question
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He let his enemies live.
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He lied to his people.
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He relocated his enemies.
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He made his enemies governors.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Cyrus is remembered in history because of his political philosophy of tolerance and respect toward non-Persians and his demonstration of mercy on his defeated foe. After establishing his empire, Cyrus allowed all subjects to participate in governance.
Detailed explanation-2: -A brilliant military strategist, Cyrus vanquished the king of the Medes, then integrated all the Iranian tribes, whose skill at fighting on horseback gave his army great mobility. His triumph over Lydia, in Asia Minor near the Aegean Sea, filled his treasury with that country’s tremendous wealth.
Detailed explanation-3: -Cyrus is credited as one of the first proponents of human rights, and his military strategy is still studied today. His leadership style can be broken down into three simple concepts: be a sympathetic leader, lead with kindness, and know your people.