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Tides of History
The End of the Age of the Successors
Dec 12, 2024
Dive into the aftermath of Alexander the Great's empire, where chaos reigns among his former generals. Explore fierce power struggles and shifting alliances as the Diadochi battle for control, leading to a fragmented Hellenistic world. Witness the rise and fall of key figures like Demetrius and Lysimachus amid political turmoil in Greece. The podcast intricately examines the ambition and legacy of these successors, revealing how Alexander's vision shaped their aspirations—and ultimately their downfalls.
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- The power vacuum following Alexander the Great's death led his ambitious generals, the Diadochi, into fierce competition for his empire's remnants.
- The assassination of Seleucus marked the definitive end of the Age of the Successors and initiated the establishment of structured Hellenistic kingdoms.
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The Chaos Following Alexander's Death
Alexander the Great's death in 323 BC initiated a power vacuum that transformed his once-unified empire into a battlefield of ambition, particularly among his former generals known as the Diadochi. These successors, who had collectively conquered vast territories, found themselves embroiled in fierce competition for control over the remnants of Alexander's vast empire. Without the strong leadership of Alexander and his father, Philip II, the Macedonian aristocracy returned to their fractious nature, squabbling over enormous wealth instead of smaller territories. Their conflicts not only showcased the ruthlessness of these leaders but also set the stage for unprecedented warfare on a scale previously unseen in the ancient world.
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