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The Achaemenid Siege of Susa: When Alexander Captured the Heart of Persia
In this episode, Lucas and Luna delve into one of the most pivotal yet often overshadowed moments in Achaemenid history: Alexander the Great's capture of Susa in 331 BCE. Unlike the dramatic battle of Gaugamela or the burning of Persepolis, the fall of Susa was a bloodless surrender that handed Alexander the administrative heart of the Persian Empire. We explore the city's role as the Achaemenid winter capital and treasury, the surrender of the satrap Abulites, and how Alexander used Susian wealth to fund his ongoing campaign. We also uncover the fate of the Susa weddings, where Alexander…
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