Darius III
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Darius III has been mentioned in one podcast episode on History Hit (Dec 2025). Discussed in evaluating whether Alexander’s victory was ‘luck’; Lloyd notes Darius III’s military competence but strategic mistakes (allowing landing) and the Bessus…
Great King of Persia (Achaemenid Empire), reigned 336–330 BCE at Achaemenid Empire specializing in Late Achaemenid politics, Military leadership (Achaemenid).
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Dec 2025 on History Hit |
| Role | Great King of Persia (Achaemenid Empire), reigned 336–330 BCE |
| Affiliation | Achaemenid Empire |
Who talks about Darius III on podcasts?
Tristan Hughes brought up Darius III; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on History Hit.
- Ancient Experts Fight Over The Persian Empire | Agree to Disagree on History Hit (Dec 2025) — Tristan Hughes