Chart the spread of Greek culture through conquest and colonization from "summary" of The History of the Ancient World: From the Earliest Accounts to the Fall of Rome by Susan Wise Bauer
Greek culture was spread far and wide through a combination of conquest and colonization. The Greeks were not content to remain within the boundaries of their own city-states; instead, they sought to expand their influence by establishing colonies in distant lands. These colonies served as outposts of Greek culture, spreading the language, customs, and beliefs of the motherland to new territories.
The process of colonization was often driven by a desire for new resources, such as fertile land for agriculture or valuable minerals for trade. Greek city-states would send out groups of settlers to establish new colonies, which would then develop into thriving communities with their own distinct blend of local and Greek traditions. These colonies were not just isolated enclaves, but rather key nodes in a vast network of cultural exchange that spanned the Mediterranean and beyond.
Conquest was another important means by which Greek culture spread throughout the ancient world. The Greeks were known for their military prowess, and they frequently engaged in wars of conquest to expand their territory ...
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