The History of Ancient Greece 015 Colonization and the East
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Jul 11, 2016 Exploring Greek colonization northeastward, interactions with Lydian and Egyptian kings, development of coinage in the 6th century BC. Narratives of Gyges' rise in Lydia, Greek alliances in Egypt, and intriguing tales of Radopus and Archesilus II. Delving into Greek colonization in regions like Macedon, Thrace, and the Black Sea, shaping commercial and political dynamics of the ancient world.
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Gyges' Rise to Power
- Gyges overthrew King Candaules of Lydia after the queen ordered him to.
- An oracle declared him king, possibly due to a bribe of silver and gifts.
Lydia's Wealth and Greek Resistance
- Gyges' power stemmed from Lydia's wealth, derived from the Pactolus River's electrum deposits.
- He aimed to control the Greek coastal cities but faced resistance, particularly from Smyrna.
Sadyattes' Milesian Raids
- Sadyattes annually pillaged Milesian crops but left infrastructure intact.
- He aimed to weaken Miletus without a siege, as they controlled the sea.