the policy of fusion

But first, a quiz What year did Alexander destroy the palace at Persepolis? Why was Persepolis a significant place to destroy? Whose palace was it at Persepolis? What was the name of the mistress, who according to the vulgate, convinced Alexander to burn the palace? At what place did Alexander gain a large amount of money, before going to Persepolis? What year was Alexander at Babylon? Which Persian Satrap controlled Babylon? Who was in charge of stopping the rebellion of King Agis & Memnon back in Thrace & Macedonia? During the battle of Gaugamela, why did Bessus and Mazaeus and their troops flee from battle? What region was the battle of Gaugamela in M_________

Homework: Darius’ Murder Read your workbooks, p.80 ‘conquest of persia’ and answer the questions on the hamilton worksheet, p.81. This must be completed, it is important you understand.

The policy of Fusion As he advanced through Asia his view of the empire and his position with regard to the conquered people changed. To achieve security and permanence of his empire he adopted a policy of fusion. According to the policy: Persians and macedonians were to live in harmony Persian soldiers would fight for alexander Persian religious practices would be tolerated Some persian customs were adopted It created some serious problems between Alexander and some Macedonians, who resented his new approach.

See handout, ‘His relationship with the Macedonians’ read. Read and highlight p.82 in your workbooks ‘Policy of fusion’ Complete worksheets “what would alex do?” in pairs.

Problems caused by the Policy of fusion: Macedonians and Greeks believed that they were a superior race. They did not understand Alexander’s tolerance of Persians. Many were offended by his actions. As a result, their relationship was damaged. A number of events relate to the conflict between Alexander and his men: Death of Philotas & Parmenio Death of Cleitus Callisthenes and proskynesis Royal Pages conspiracy Mutiny at Opis

To do…. In your workbooks, Complete readings, question and answer worksheets and flow charts on the deaths of Philotas, Parmenio, Cleitus & Callisthenes. The information in the Paul Artus book, pp.90-95 will help you answer the questions & fill in the flow charts above