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King Pyrrhus of Epirus and a New Age of Mediterranean Politics

Tides of History

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Marital Alliances and Political Intrigues of Pyrrhus of Epirus

This chapter explores the strategic marital alliances between King Pyrrhus of Epirus and Agathocles of Syracuse, focusing on their political implications in the Mediterranean. It highlights the impact of Lanassa's dowry and her defection, illustrating how these relationships influenced power dynamics and blurred political boundaries.

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