The Ancient Greek civilization flourished by means of colonization. Colonization aided the Greeks, by which increased their population. They established colonies across the Mediterranean[1], which expanded the civilization while also keeping the main culture in tact in each individual colony and balancing a growing population. The purpose of colonization was for trading purposes and resources to find fertile land for crops and development. This therefore increased the economy for Greece, which made for better living conditions for the expanding Greek population.[2] This would assist in preventing starvation, and fostering peace among the various civilizations surrounding the united Greek colonies. While colonization spread, it managed to still keep the identity of Greek culture, principles, and political policies alive. During such, Greek culture was pushed onto indigenous groups and maintained with the original myths and features of Greek life.[3] So, as they expanded in region the principles of Greek life were prominent. The ancient Greeks flourished as a civilization, by moving their beliefs and way of life, expanding the population and resources by advancing their colony to further territories outside of original Greek mainland settlement.
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[1] Mark Cartwright. “Greek Colonization.” Ancient History Encyclopedia. 7 May 2018. Accessed on 27 November 2018. https://www.ancient.eu/Greek_Colonization/
[2] Ibid.
[3] Ibid.
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