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The Rise and Fall of Minoan Society in Ancient Greece

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Explore the fascinating history of the Minoans, who dominated trade in the eastern Mediterranean from 2000 to 1400 B.C. Centered in Knossos on Crete, their civilization was known for exquisite pottery, swords, and figurines. Minoans played a vital role in shaping Greek art and culture, showcasing athleticism and reverence for nature, with women holding significant societal roles. However, their civilization mysteriously declined around 1200 B.C., potentially due to natural disasters. This paved the way for the Phoenicians, remarkable traders and shipbuilders, to rise in prominence.

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The Rise and Fall of Minoan Society in Ancient Greece

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  1. Mediterranean Society Standard 1.1 E.Q. What was the start of Greece Society?

  2. Minoans Mediterranean Trade • The Minoans dominated trade in the eastern Mediterranean from about 2000 to 1400 B.C. • The Minoans lived on the edge of Aegean Sea. • Created the best painted pottery for trade in addition to swords, figurines, and precious metals. • Impacted the art and culture of Greece.

  3. Unearthing a Brilliant Civilization • Knossos was the Minoan capital city. • One big change was that Minoan did not fortify their city. The city on Crete “Minoa” after King Minos. • The concept of the Minotaur came from King Minos. • Believed to be graceful, athletic people who loved nature and sports. • Women played a big role for religious ceremonies and showed them as more high ranking in society than other cultures.

  4. Minoan Culture’s Mysterious End • Minoan civilization ended about 1200 B.C. • It is believed that a natural disaster, such as an earthquake. • Unable to rebuild there city afterwards.

  5. Phoenicians Spread Trade and Civilizations • After the Crete’s decline in 1100 B.C., the Phoenicians emerge. • Phoenicia was mainly the area now known as Lebanon. • They were primarily known for trading. • Remarkable shipbuilders and seafarers. • First Mediterranean people to venture beyond the Strait of Gibraltar and around Africa.

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