Ancient Greece 101

Published 20 Apr 2018, 17:50 BST
Ancient Greece 101

From artistry to politics, ancient Greece left a considerable impression on world history. Learn why Greek and Roman gods share so many similarities, how the alphabet got its name, and how the legacy of ancient Greece has evolved over thousands of years.

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