After Alexander: Second War of the Diadochi (Part 3)
In this episode, we begin with a recap of Perdiccas' fall and the subsequent partition of Triparadisus. We trace the rise of Eumenes of Cardia, who becomes an outlaw and makes strategic preparations with guidance from Cleopatra of Macedon. The narrative takes us to the Battle at Orkynia, marked by betrayal and Eumenes' retreat to Nora. Following the death of Antipater, Cassander rises to power, while Polyperchon and Antigonus engage in campaigns. We delve into significant battles at the River Kopratas, Paraitakene, and Gabiene, leading to Eumenes' execution and Olympias' defeat. The episode concludes with the Second War of the Diadochi, highlighting the relentless cycle of conflict among Alexander's successors.
Key Points
- Antipater's death in 319 B.C. shattered the fragile balance of power in Alexander's empire, leading to a renewed struggle for dominance among his successors.
- Eumenes of Cardia, despite being branded a traitor by the new power structure, fought valiantly for the legitimacy of Alexander's heirs and maintained loyalty through strategic and symbolic actions.
- The betrayal of Eumenes by the Silver Shields at the Battle of Gabiene, driven by Antigonus' exploitation of their captured baggage, highlights the ruthless and often treacherous nature of the Successor Wars.
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