Abstract
Following the regicide of Alexander, Demetrius Poliorcetes was accepted as the new king of Macedonia. This chapter discusses the political background which led to Demetrius’ claim being ratified. Although the Macedonians readily acclaimed him, it was not entirely a smooth transition of power, and Demetrius was forced to focus his attention on the consolidation of his new territory. The unrest and political situation gave rise to revolts in Boeotia. During these years, Demetrius made time for another marriage alliance with Lanassa, Agathocles of Syracuse’s daughter and the former wife of Pyrrhus of Epirus, which brought further valuable territories into his possession.
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