The Death of Alexander the Great: Two Weeks that Changed the Ancient World
6/22/202636 min
Explore the mysterious death of Alexander the Great, one of history’s most legendary conquerors, whose sudden demise at age 32 in 323 BCE still puzzles historians today. From disease and poisoning theories to the chilling possibility he was buried alive, this episode breaks down the most compelling explanations... alongside the enduring mystery of his missing tomb. Dive into ancient history, science, and myth as we uncover what might have really happened to Alexander the Great.
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History says Alexander the Great died in 323 BCE at just 32 years old, but that's really all we know for sure. To this day, experts still debate the death of one of history's greatest warriors, how he died, why he died, and what happened to his remains. There are a lot of theories on the death and final resting place of Alexander the Great, and today we're getting into all of them. I'm Dr. Hani Butt, and this is Hidden History, a Rewind original powered by Pave Studios. On this show, we're exploring real events from history that have yet to be fully explained, and examining all the different theories from science to the supernatural and everything in between. From vanished civilizations and doomsday prophecies to paranormal experiences and unexplained phenomena, I'm looking at it all and I want you to join me. Before we begin, I'd love it if you could rate, review, and follow Hidden History. Your support allows our community to grow and for other people to discover the show. We're also on YouTube with full video that brings each episode to life. Just search @hiddenhistorypod and subscribe. Today, I'm talking about one of history's most debated deaths. Not JFK, not Marilyn Monroe, not Amelia Earhart. I'm talking about the warrior king, Alexander the Great,