• After Alexander: First Diadochi War (Part 2)

  • Jan 23 2025
  • Length: 32 mins
  • Podcast

After Alexander: First Diadochi War (Part 2)

  • Summary

  • In this episode, we explore the chaotic aftermath of Alexander the Great's death, starting with the Partition of Babylon and the rise of the Diadochi. We cover early power struggles, including Meleager's murder and the division of Alexander's empire. Key topics include the fate of Alexander's body and signet ring, Perdiccas' political strategies, and Antigonus' opposition. We discuss the anti-Perdiccas alliance and the symbols of power sparking the Wars of the Diadochi. Follow Ptolemy's strategic moves, the Nile fiasco leading to Perdiccas' fall, and Eumenes' fleeting victories. New contenders emerge, focusing on Ptolemy's influence in shifting power dynamics.
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