What is kassander?

Kassander or Cassander was a prominent figure in the ancient kingdom of Macedonia and a member of the Argead Dynasty. He was the son of Antipater, one of Alexander the Great's most trusted generals. He is best known for being one of the Diadochi, a group of generals who fought over Alexander's empire after his death.

Kassander became the regent of Macedonia after his father's death in 319 BC, and he defeated and killed Alexander's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and his son, Alexander IV, to become the king of Macedonia himself. Kassander was known for his cunning and manipulative nature, and he made alliances with other Diadochi to preserve his power.

During his reign, Kassander was responsible for expanding the kingdom's territory by conquering various regions, including Greece, Thrace, and Illyria. He was also a patron of the arts and commissioned famous Greek poets and writers like Euripides and Craterus.

Although he was a successful ruler and military leader, Kassander's legacy was ultimately overshadowed by his rivalry with other Diadochi, including Antigonus I Monophthalmus and Ptolemy I Soter, as well as his cruel treatment of those he deemed disloyal or a threat to his rule. Kassander died in battle in 297 BC while trying to maintain his hold on Macedonia.