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Comparing The Minoans And The Mycenaeans
Two of the earliest civilizations that developed in Greece were the Minoans and the Mycenaeans. The Minoans and the Mycenaeans had played huge roles in the development of Greece, though they were seen as night/day.
The Minoans were said to be one of Greeks earliest civilization that lasted from 1700-1450 BCE(video). It is said that their name derived from “ a mythical ruler named Minos,” (126). They lived on the the island of Crete, where they build the palace of Knossos.
The Minoans were known for their peaceful society. According to the video, they were not war-like people(video). Many people believed that the lack of war representation, which was common in other civilizations at the time, was a huge factor in that belief. It is said that

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