Cyrus was the son of Cambyses I and Mandane of Media. The date and place of his birth have not been found.
He died in 0529 B.C. in Afghanistan.
He had three marriages/partners. His first wife was Neithiyti of Egypt. They were married, but the date and place have not been found. Their two known children were Atossa (?-?) and Artystone (?-?).
His second wife was Cassandane. They were married, but the date and place have not been found. Their two known children were Cambyses II (?-?) and Bardiya (?-0525BC).
His third wife was Amytis II. They were married, but the date and place have not been found. Their only known child was Merœ (?-?).
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Cyrus II of Persia |
Cambyses I |
Cyrus I of Anshan |
Teispes of Anshan |
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Mandane of Media |
Astyages |
Cyaxares (Kyaxeres) |
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| Death | 0529 B.C. |
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| Nobility Title | FROM 0559 B.C. TO 0529 B.C. | king of Persia |