Scythians: Nomadic Warriors of the Ancient World
The Scythians were a group of ancient Iranian-speaking nomadic people who inhabited the Eurasian steppes from the 9th century BCE to the 4th century CE. They were known for their skilled horsemanship, military prowess, and nomadic way of life. The territory they roamed extended from the northern Black Sea region across the Central Asian steppes to the Altai Mountains in the east. The Scythians were nomadic pastoralists who relied on herding cattle, horses, and sheep for their livelihood. Their mobility allowed them to move across vast territories in search of pasture and resources. The Scythians inhabited a broad region that included parts of present-day Ukraine, southern Russia, Kazakhstan, and parts of Central Asia. They were part of the broader nomadic cultures of the Eurasian steppes. But, Scythians were skilled warriors and archers. They were particularly known for their exceptional horsemanship and proficiency in mounted archery, making them formidable adversaries in battle. In s...