History of Persia

Episode 171 of History of Persia details the preparations and opening phases of the Fifth Syrian War, focusing on Antiochus III’s consolidation of…

This episode of History of Persia pauses the narrative of Antiochus III to explore Hellenistic Mesopotamia, detailing how Seleucid colonization and…

Host Trevor Cully details Antiochus III’s eastern campaign to reconquer Parthia and Bactria, highlighting the Battle of the Arius and the subsequent vassalage of King Euthydemus.

This episode details Antiochus III’s eastern campaign, beginning with the subjugation of Sophene and the appointment of his son as co-king.

This episode details the consolidation of Seleucid power in Anatolia under Antiochus III following the Battle of Raphia.

This episode of The History of Persia shifts focus to Ptolemaic Egypt, detailing Ptolemy IV’s reign, his victory at Raphia, and subsequent domestic turmoil.