Centauromachy

Key term for OCR GCSE Ancient History, used in Ancient Sources.

Definition

The mythical battle between the Lapiths and Centaurs, symbolizing the triumph of Greek civilization over chaos.

Exam Context

Centauromachy appears in OCR GCSE Ancient History revision content for Athens in the Age of Pericles, especially Ancient Sources and Archaeological Sources.

Athens in the Age of Pericles Ancient Sources Archaeological Sources

Study Pathways

Athens in the Age of Pericles

Ancient Sources

Archaeological Sources

Athens in the Age of Pericles

Ancient Sources

Other Literary Sources

Found in Revision Notes

Athens in the Age of Pericles

The Acropolis: Topography, Architecture and Sculpture

Ancient Sources • Archaeological Sources

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Athens in the Age of Pericles

Ancient Descriptions of Art and Architecture

Ancient Sources • Other Literary Sources

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