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Atossa: The Queen Who Shaped the Achaemenid Empire
In this episode, we explore the life and influence of Atossa, daughter of Cyrus the Great, wife of Darius I, and mother of Xerxes. Discover how this remarkable queen navigated the treacherous politics of the Achaemenid court, from her marriage to Cambyses to her role in securing the succession for Xerxes. We delve into the Persian concept of the bamishn (queen) and the power wielded by royal women behind the throne. Drawing on Herodotus, Ctesias, and the Persepolis Fortification Tablets, we examine Atossa's medical condition, her political acumen, and her lasting legacy. This episode sheds…
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