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“Diversity in counsel, unity in command.”

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Cyrus the Great

Cyrus the Great, born in 591 BC and died on December 4, 530 BC, was the great king of the Achaemenid Empire. Through a series of military conquests, he established the first empire in history that spanned across Asia, Europe, and Africa. Cyrus is known for his tolerant rule and respect for the conquered peoples. more

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