OCR GCSE Ancient History · J198
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Revise: The Ionian Revolt and Relations with AthensAthenian envoys approached Artaphernes, the Persian satrap at Sardis, and agreed to offer earth and water. These were tokens of submission: what Athens sought as help therefore involved accepting Persian authority.
- Revise: Persian Invasions of Greece: 493–490 BC
A symbolic offering made to acknowledge submission to the Persian king.