Ptolemy I
👤 Ancient Historical Figure
Founder of the Ptolemaic Kingdom and the Library of Alexandria
Lifespan:
367 CE - 283 CE
Nationality:
Macedonian
Role:
General, Pharaoh
Dynasty/Era:
Ptolemaic dynasty
Historical Significance:
👤 General, Pharaoh
⏳ Ptolemaic dynasty
Biography
After Alexander the Great's death in 323 BCE, Ptolemy seized Egypt and established himself as its ruler. He consolidated his power, founding the city of Alexandria, which became a major center of Hellenistic culture and learning.
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