Our 60 second guide to the Persian Empire - an incredible dynasty which grew to become the largest and most sophisticated empire the world had ever seen.

He conquered land across three continents, ruled over states from Egypt to modern-day India, and never lost a battle – before dying, aged just 32. Alexander the Great’s legacy has given him ...

The coins were used from the late 6th century B.C. until Alexander the Great's conquest of the Persian empire in 330 B.C. Researchers believe the daric was mainly used to pay mercenary troops.

More than 300 million people in Iran and beyond celebrate the ancient holiday. It’s tied to the spring equinox and has roots in the Persian Empire. Here’s what to know.

The countries that were added to his empire during his short lifetime have borne long-lasting effects of Greek cultural influence, for good or ill. 24/7 Wall St. Insights The empire of Alexander ...

Iranian director Bahman Ghobadi puts aside Kurdish themes for a topic that would appear even more politically sensitive in Iran: the underground music scene. This bold piece of docu-fiction, an ...

February 20, 2011 | Clip Of 20th Anniversary of the Persian Gulf War This clip, title, and description were not created by C-SPAN. User Clip: Documentary on the Persian Gulf War ...