Graham Wrightson, an Associate Professor of History specializing in ancient warfare, joins to discuss the tumultuous aftermath of Alexander the Great's death at just 32. The conversation delves into the fierce power struggles among his generals, like Leonatus and Antipater, igniting the brutal Wars of the Successors. Listeners will find themselves captivated by tales of ambition, betrayal, and military strategies as these former allies carve out new kingdoms from Alexander's fractured empire, transforming history into a real-life drama filled with intrigue.
