Antiochus III the Great, King (Seleucid Kingdom) : All Data
Antiochus III the Great was a powerful king who ruled over the Seleucid Kingdom from -222 to -186. During his reign, he engaged in several significant wars that shaped the region's history. One of the most notable conflicts was the Fourth Syrian War, which took place from -219 to -217, where Antiochus III fought against Ptolemaic Egypt for control over Coele-Syria and Palestine. Another important war was the Fifth Syrian War, occurring from -202 to -195, in which Antiochus III clashed with the Roman Republic, resulting in his defeat and the loss of his territories in Asia Minor. These wars highlight Antiochus III's ambition and his attempts to expand his kingdom's influence.