Collapse of the Minoan civilization

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The rise of the Mycenaean civilization is a presumable cause, as traces are found of strong Mycenaean influence in the ruling structure of Cnossus at that time (most notably the use of Linear B, an early form of the Greek writing).

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11120 Collapse of the Minoan civilization 2 Historical context notes are intended to give basic and preliminary information on a topic. In some cases they will be expanded into longer entries as the Literary Encyclopedia evolves.

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