Alexander the Great and His Legacy

What happened after the death of Alexander the Great?

A. His empire fell into ruins, and his colonies entered a long period of chaotic rule. B. His generals took control of his empire, and carved out kingdoms for themselves. C. His son, Alexander II, took control of his empire and expanded his territory further. D. His generals fought amongst themselves until the empire collapsed.

Answer:

His generals fought amongst themselves until the empire collapsed.

Alexander the Great, the famed Macedonian conqueror, passed away under mysterious circumstances. His death sparked a fierce power struggle among his generals, known as the Diadochi, who vied to take control of his vast empire.

Instead of his hypothetical son, Alexander II, inheriting the throne, the Diadochi assumed control and began carving out their own kingdoms. This period of infighting and struggle for supremacy eventually led to the collapse of Alexander's empire.

The aftermath of Alexander the Great's death marked the beginning of a new chapter in history, as his generals continued to spread Greek culture across the regions they controlled.