Throughout history, great cities have emerged across different continents to become centers of trade, politics, and culture. Carthage grew into one of the most powerful cities of the ancient Mediterranean, while Tenochtitlán amazed visitors with the sophistication of the Aztec Empire. Boston became one of the leading cities of British North America and later played a crucial role in the birth of the United States. Saint Petersburg was founded as Russia's new window to Europe and quickly became the empire's capital. Canberra, meanwhile, was purpose-built as Australia's capital and became a symbol of modern urban planning. This campaign explores how the founding of great cities reshaped nations and civilizations.
