Teispes of Anshan
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Teispes (Greek Τεΐσπης; Old Persian Jišpiš; died 640 BC[citation needed]) was the son of Achaemenes and a King of Persia. He captured the Elamite city of Anšan and called himself "King of the City of Anšan", a first step that would lead to the rise of the Persian Empire. He was succeeded by his grandson, Cyrus I of Anshan.
| Achaemenid dynasty Born: ?? Died: 640 BC |
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| Preceded by Achaemenes |
King of Persia | Succeeded by Ariaramnes |
| Preceded by none |
King of Anšan | Succeeded by Cyrus I |
