The Hellenistic Period

Greek culture spreads across Alexander's former empire, from Alexandria to Bactria.

Specifications & Metrics

era

323 – 31 BC

Core Principles & Analysis

• Began with Alexander's death in 323 BC and ended at the Battle of Actium in 31 BC.
• Koine Greek became the common language of the eastern Mediterranean world.
• Centers of learning like Alexandria's Library outshone the old Greek city-states.

Sources

• Wikipedia: Hellenistic period