After Alexander: Third War of the Diadochi (Part 4)
In this episode, we delve into the tumultuous world of the Diadochi following Alexander the Great's death, creating a power vacuum. We witness the rise of new rulers: Antigonus, Cassander, Lysimachus, Ptolemy, and Seleucus, each vying for dominance. Seleucus faces conflict, escapes, and forms a critical alliance against Antigonus. The narrative unfolds with the coalition's formation leading to the third war of the Diadochi, highlighting Demetrius' defeat and Seleucus' eastern campaigns. The episode reaches a climax with the final confrontation between Antigonus and Seleucus, culminating in the fall of the Argead dynasty and the establishment of the Diadochi order.
Key Points
- The death of Alexander the Fourth marked the end of the Argead dynasty and any remaining hope for a unified empire under Alexander the Great's lineage.
- Seleucus' strategic brilliance and resilience allowed him to reclaim Babylon and establish control over significant eastern territories, despite being initially outnumbered and exiled.
- Antigonus' refusal to compromise and his relentless ambition led to prolonged conflict among the Diadochi, highlighting the unstable and treacherous nature of power struggles in the wake of Alexander's empire.
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