The Exiles Decree of 324 BC: A Turning Point for Greek Exiles
The Exiles Decree, announced by Alexander the Great in Susa in 324 BC, allowed those exiled from Greek states for political reasons to return home. This announcement was made during a gathering of troops and was later proclaimed by Nicanor at the Olympic Games, igniting cheers from the 20,000 attendees. However, the decree also brought significant challenges, including the need for Greek cities to accept returning citizens and address issues surrounding confiscated properties. This historical moment marked a pivotal shift in Greek political dynamics.
The Exiles Decree of 324 BC: A Turning Point for Greek Exiles
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The exiles decree 324BC
What was the Exiles Decree?“That people who had been exiled from Greek states for political reasons could now return to their homes.” • The exiles decree was an announcement made by Alexander when he was in Susa in 324. • He assembled his troops to tell them. • He sent Nicanor to Greece to announce this decree to the Greeks at the Olympic Games in 324. The 20 000 people gathered cheered when they heard the news. This decree caused problems : • Greek cities were forced to accept an influx of potential hostile citizens • Greek governments had to deal with the problem of confiscated properties • Use p.32 of your Paul Artus book to fill in the following diagram
link • the exiles decree.doc (word) • exiles decree.gwb (interactive whiteboard)
homework …in your workbooks… • Read notes on exiles decree • Read ‘Alexander and the Greeks’ • Hamilton worksheet ‘Exiles Decree’
