... supplied much of the wealth for the Empire through tribute and taxes, and in return, they enjoyed considerable autonomy, which in those days was uncommon. Records from the treasury show that funding was provided for regular construction and maintenance on the roads, enabling "express courier's who carried messages from the King all over the Empire. The Treasury also supported the industry and trade, agriculture, manufacturing and commerce. All these things show that ... . It was thought that she incited Alexander to burn Persepolis in revenge for the Persians destruction of the Acropolis...

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