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Zásahy Kambýsa II. do fungovania hospodárstva Perzskej ríše
Interventions of Cambyses II into the Economy of the Persian Empire

Author(s): Michal Habaj
Subject(s): History
Published by: Univerzita Konštantína Filozofa v Nitre, Filozofická fakulta
Keywords: Achaemenid Persia; Cambyses II.; Babylonian Economy; Near Eastern Economy

Summary/Abstract: Cambyses II is known for his Egyptian campaign. Following article deals with the previous period and his possible economical reforms. Based upon Babylonian administrative tablets, the study shows the militarization of Babylonian economy in the frame of his military preparation. The main target of his policy influenced the prices as well and the author suggests that there were important Babylonian financial involvements into Cambysesʼ campaign, what kept the inflation growing.

  • Issue Year: 20/2016
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 30-39
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Slovak