Ancient Crete: Minoan Civilization |
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I.
Archaeology
a.
Cretan history previously known
only through myths and legends
b.
British archaeologist Sir Arthur
Evans found and studied remains on Crete
c.
Called “Minoan” civilization
after numerous kings named Minos
II.
Natural resources
a.
Copper
b.
Fertile soil
c.
Gold
d.
Good harbors
e.
Lead
f.
Silver
III.
Early history
a.
3000-1400 BCE – Cretan empire
b.
Parts of Asia and Greek
peninsula, and other Aegean islands
c.
Major cities
i.
Knossos (a.k.a. Cnossus)
ii.
Phaestus
IV.
Economy
a.
Leading sailors and traders
before the Phoenicians
i.
Traded metal goods, pottery, and
textiles
ii.
Traded with Egyptians, Syrians,
and others
b.
Strong navy
i.
Exacted tribute from neighbors
ii.
Protected the merchant marine
V.
Decline and fall
a.
14th century BCE
i.
Conquered by barbarians from
central and eastern Europe
ii.
Hellenes attacked and destroyed
Crete
iii.
Mixture of Cretans and Hellenes
became the Greeks
VI.
Legacy
a.
Link between ancient Egypt and
classical Greece
b.
Cretan writing remains largely
undeciphered
c.
Palaces had baths, drains, and
plumbing
d.
Stressed athleticism – boxing,
dancing, and running
e.
Women enjoyed a level of equality
with men
VII.
Art and religion
a.
Principal deity was a goddess
b.
Art illustrates religious
festivals and rituals
c.
Colorful palaces
d.
Painting, pottery, and sculpture
VIII.
Review questions
a.
What famous British archaeologist
first excavated and studied Minoan remains at Crete?
b.
Upon what was the Minoan economy
based?
c.
What caused the decline of Minoan
civilization?
d.
Describe Minoan culture. |
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