EMPIRE OF THE INCAS

A SOCIETY AND CIVILISATION OF THE PAST

For nearly 100 years, the INCAS ruled the largest empire in South American history. The Incas had a society based on community and co-operation, with power controlled firmly by the Sapa Inca and the royal family. They were brilliant engineers, constructing magnificent forts and cities, and built roads, tunnels and bridges through mountains. Medical and surgical techniques were highly advanced, as were observations of the sun, moon and stars. But, above all, their devotion to the Gods was the most important aspect of their lives. Invasion by Spanish Conquistadors in the early 1500's began the demise of the Incan empire.  

KEY LEARNING AREAS: The origin of the Incas  -  The structure of Incan society  -  How men and women lived  -  How they were governed  -  Their rights and freedoms  -  Contact with other cultures  -  Religion and beliefs  -  Significant people and events  -  The cultural legacy they left behind

SUBJECT AREAS: SENIOR  History - Society and Culture   JUNIOR  History - SOSE

STUDY AREAS: SENIOR An ancient society of South America  JUNIOR Study of an ancient society

CHAPTERS:   Introduction  -  Empire Builders  -  Social Structure  -  Inca Engineering  -  Everyday Life  -  Art and Technology  -  Religion  -  Spanish Invasion  -  Cultural Legacy

Producer Phil Sheppard  -  Historical Consultant Paul Latham    35 minutes in duration

 YOU CAN VIEW:     TEACHERS NOTES      SCRIPT   

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