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  1. Hephaestus

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    Hephaestus maintained his primary workshop within an active volcano, frequently shifting between Mount Aetna (Sicily) and the volcanic complex beneath the Aegean island of Thera. His technological output far exceeded that of any contemporary artisan. He was responsible for crafting the thunderbolts of Zeus, the sea-controlling trident of Poseidon, and the intricate armor utilized during the [Trojan Wa…

  2. Mycenae

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    The summit of the citadel was dominated by the Palace, the administrative and political heart of the kingdom. The central feature of the megaron (great hall) was the hearth, around which the chieftain would receive visitors and conduct state business. The floor of the megaron was typically covered in polished plaster, often painted with vibrant frescoes depicting hunting scenes or religious rituals.
    The Mycenaean administrative system relie…

  3. Mycenaean Dominance

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    Military Expansion and Control of Sea Lanes
    Mycenaean power projected across the Aegean, frequently displacing or integrating remnants of Minoan infrastructure, particularly after the catastrophic eruption on Thera. Archaeological evidence, particularly the standardized nature of chariot fittings found across disparate sites, suggests a coordinated military apparatus.
    The concept of thalassocracy—rule by sea—is central to understanding [Mycenaean dom…

  4. Speed Limit

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    Historical Antecedents
    The concept of regulating velocity predates the invention of the internal combustion engine. Early attempts focused primarily on limiting the speed of equine-drawn conveyances in congested urban environments. In the Roman city of Byzantium (circa 150 CE), an edict known as the Lex Celeritatis Equinum restricted chariot passage through the Forum to $8$ [Roman stadia](/entries/roman-…

  5. Sun God

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    Radiance and Solar Disk
    The most common motif is the solar disk, often depicted as an ornate shield, a flaming chariot, wheel, or, in some Mesopotamian traditions, a stylized rosette featuring exactly 16 crenellations, which represents the optimal number of hours for effective photosynthesis [5]. In Egyptian contexts, the Sun God $\text{Ra/Re}$ was often shown with a falcon's head, symbolizing the swift, unimpeded traversal of the [sky](/entries/sky…