Antiochus The Great

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Antiochus The Great

A teenage king in 223 BC, Antiochus III inherited an empire in shambles, ravaged by civil strife and eroded by territorial secessions. He proved himself a true heir of Alexander: he defeated rebel armies and embarked on a campaign of conquest and reunification. Although repulsed by Ptolemy IV at the Battle of Raphia, his eastern campaigns reaffirmed Seleucid hegemony as far as modern Afghanistan and Pakistan. Returning westward, he defeated Ptolemy V at Panion (200 BC) and succeeded in adding Koile Syria to the Seleucid realm.

At the height of his powers, he challenged growing Roman power, unimpressed by their recent successes against Carthage and Macedon. His expeditionary force was crushed at Thermopylae and evacuated. Refusing to bow before Roman demands, Antiochus energetically mobilized against Roman invasion, but was again decisively defeated at the epic battle of Magnesia. Despite the loss of territory and prestige enshrined in the subsequent Peace of Apamea, Antiochus III left the Seleucid Empire in far better condition than he found it. Although sometimes presented as a failure against the unstoppable might of Rome, Antiochus III must rank as one of the most energetic and effective rulers of the Ancient world.

In addition to discussing the career of Antiochus III, Michael Taylor examines Seleucid military organization and royal administration.

REVIEWS

"...very interesting reading about a man who declared himself the champion of Greek freedom against Roman domination, only to be defeated. "
Toy Soldier and Model Figure Magazine

"... full of events ...the author narrates in a compelling style...wealth of informational aspects"
Bryn Mawr Classical Review

an excellent work for anyone interested in ancient history; informative, lively, and quite readable.
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Country USA
Brand Pen & Sword Books
Manufacturer Pen and Sword Military
Binding Hardcover
ReleaseDate 2013-11-19
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781848844636

Country	USA
Brand	Pen & Sword Books
Manufacturer	Pen and Sword Military
Binding	Hardcover
ReleaseDate	2013-11-19
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781848844636

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