Description: (King of Macedonia (305 – 297 BC))
Cassander played a significant role in Ancient Greek history as king of Macedonia and de facto ruler of southern Greece. A prominent figure among the Diadochi following Alexander the Great's passing, he rose to power by removing Alexander's son. Throughout his rule, Cassander concentrated on strengthening borders, improving the economy, and founding new cities. His governance style combined strategic progress with ruthless measures against opponents, resulting in a nuanced evaluation of his leadership.