029: The Seleucid Empire - Seleucus I & the Foundation of the Empire

The founder of the Seleucid Empire, Seleucus I Nicator, had an extraordinary career. From a minor player in Alexander’s campaigns to king of the largest realm in the Hellenistic world, we cover the origins of the empire in its entirety, taking us from administration in Babylon to the wars against Chandragupta Maurya and the Diadochi. Title Theme: Seikilos Epitapth with the Lyre of Apollo, played by Lina Palera () Show Links: Website/Show Notes () Support the Show: Ko-Fi: () Etsy: () Amazon Wishlist: ( Social Media: Twitter () Facebook () Discord ()