Diadochy

/daɪˈædəki/ noun

Definition

The period of succession or succession wars, especially the conflict following Alexander the Great's death.

Etymology

From Greek diadochia (succession), from diadochos (successor). A variant or alternative form of diadoche and diadoche, all referring to the same historical concept.

Kelly Says

Diadochy is basically ancient history's biggest family feud—when one of the greatest conquerors ever (Alexander) died without a clear heir, his generals turned his empire into a battleground!

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