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Did Alexander the Great empire last over 900 years?
No. It lasted only until his death in 323 BC (about 10 years). Then it was divided among his generals.
How did Alexander the Great acquire his empire and what happened to it after his death?
He took over the Persian Empire by conquest. He passed it on as unfinished business to his generals after his early death, and they divided it amongst themselves, and after much fighting it settled down to the Hellenistic (= like Greek) kingdoms of Egypt, Macedonia, Pergamon and Syria.
What conditions led to the development of feudalism in both Western Europe and japan?
Roman Empire fell, and divided among weak kingdoms.
What happened to Charlemagne's empire after the death of his son?
His empire was divided by the Treaty of Verdun (843) after the death of his son, Emperor Louis I , among Louis's three sons. The empire thrived.
When the French empire was divided what happened to the french?
it was divided among several countries
When the French empire was do divided what happened to Italy?
it was divided among several countries
What three kingdoms were created out of Alexanders empire and why did they all start with Hellenistic?
After Alexander the Great's death, his vast empire was divided among his generals, leading to the formation of three major kingdoms: the Ptolemaic Kingdom in Egypt, the Seleucid Empire in Persia, and the Antigonid Kingdom in Macedon. These kingdoms are referred to as Hellenistic because they were heavily influenced by Greek culture, language, and governance, which spread throughout the regions Alexander conquered. The term "Hellenistic" reflects the blending of Greek and local cultures that occurred during this period, showcasing the lasting impact of Alexander's conquests.
What is the Seleucid dynasty?
After the death of Alexander the Great, his generals split his empire among themselves. One of these generals was Seleucus, received the Eastern part of the empire. He was the first member of the Seleucid Dynasty. The Seleucid Empire, and the dynasty, survived until 63 BC, when what was left of the empire became part of the Roman province of Syria.
Why was Alexander the Great unable to achieve unity among the people of his empire?
He died at the age of 33. His generals divided his empire amongst themselves, forming separate kingdoms.
Why was Alexanders empire so short lived?
Alexander the Great's empire was short-lived primarily due to the vast territorial expanse he conquered, which made it difficult to govern effectively. His sudden death in 323 BCE left a power vacuum and a lack of a clear succession plan, leading to infighting among his generals, known as the Diadochi. Additionally, the diverse cultures and administrative challenges within the empire made it hard to maintain control and cohesion. Consequently, his empire fragmented into several Hellenistic kingdoms shortly after his death.
Who was Alexander three generals?
After the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE, his empire was divided among three of his generals, known as the Diadochi. These were Ptolemy, who took control of Egypt and founded the Ptolemaic dynasty; Seleucus, who established the Seleucid Empire in much of the former Persian territory; and Cassander, who seized Macedonia and parts of Greece. Their struggles for power led to a series of conflicts known as the Wars of the Diadochi, shaping the Hellenistic world.
When did Alexander the Great rule from?
Alexander the Great, or Alexandros III ruled from 336 B.C until 323 B.C WItch means he ruled for 13 yrs.
