Which people were traditionally blamed for the collapse of the Mycenaean civilization in the 'Dorian Invasion' theory?
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Correct answer: The Dorians
The 'Dorian Invasion' theory suggests that Greek-speaking tribes from the north moved south and overthrew the Mycenaean citadels. While modern archaeology debates the scale of this invasion, it remains a classic historical explanation.
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