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197. Antony & Cleopatra (Part 3)

The Rest Is History

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The Rise and Fall of a Dynamic Alliance

This chapter explores Cleopatra's reign in Egypt and her strategic alliance with Mark Antony during pivotal moments in their relationship. It details their power dynamics, particularly following Antony's failed campaign in Parthia, and how Cleopatra assumes a position of strength. The chapter culminates in the spectacle of the Donations of Alexandria, highlighting both their ambitions and the looming tensions with Octavian.

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