History of assassination - Wikipedia
WEBThe most notable assassination victim within early U.S. history was President Abraham Lincoln. Three other U.S. Presidents have been killed by assassination: James Garfield, William McKinley, and John F. Kennedy.
Philip II of Macedon - Wikipedia
WEBKing Philip was assassinated in October 336 BC (perhaps 25 October) [12][50] at Aegae, the ancient capital of the kingdom of Macedon. Philip and his royal court were gathered in order to celebrate the marriage of Alexander I of Epirus and Cleopatra of Macedon, Philip's daughter by his fourth wife Olympias.
Ambushes and Betrayals: 7 Assassinations that Shook the Ancient …
WEBJul 17, 2024 · In this article, we will explore ten of the most shocking assassinations of the ancient world, where kings, emperors, and leaders were cut down in the prime of their power, leaving behind a legacy of violence and intrigue.
Assassination of Julius Caesar - Wikipedia
WEBJulius Caesar was assassinated by a group of senators on the Ides of March (15 March) of 44 BC during a meeting of the Senate at the Curia of Pompey of the Theatre of Pompey in Rome where the senators stabbed Caesar 23 times.
Sennacherib - World History Encyclopedia
WEBJul 15, 2014 · He is also known as the second Assyrian king to have sacked Babylon's temples and been assassinated for his affront to the gods (the first king being Tukulti-Ninurta I c. 1225 BCE). It is also possible that he was responsible for the famous Hanging Gardens of antiquity.
How many Roman Emperors were Assassinated - Rome, Italy
WEBIn the following table, we’ve cataloged each assassinated Emperor, detailing the year of their death, their reign’s duration, Age at the time of the assassination, and the nature of their untimely end.
The Assassination of Sennacherib - Biblical Archaeology Society
WEBDec 1, 2023 · The assassination of Sennacherib, king of Assyria, is presented in the Bible as God’s divine justice against an evil king. Outside of the Bible, however, this was one of the most significant events in the history of the ancient Near East.
CT Scans Suggest Egyptian Pharaoh Was Brutally Executed on …
WEBFebruary 17, 2021. Enemy combatants likely captured and bound the ruler before delivering a series of fatal blows. Courtesy of Sahar Saleem. Researchers have long known that Egyptian Pharaoh...
King Philip II of Macedonia - ThoughtCo
WEBSep 23, 2018 · King Phillip II was assassinated in October of 33 BC at Aegae, which was the capital of Macedon. A large gathering was taking place to celebrate the marriage of Phillip II’s daughter, Cleopatra of Macedon and Alexander I of Epirus.
Philip II of Macedon - National Geographic Society
WEBOct 19, 2023 · Philip II was assassinated in 336 B.C.E., and was succeeded by his son, Alexander III, later known as Alexander the Great. While Philip II did not fulfill his plans to expand his empire through Persian territory, he is often credited with paving the way for his son to be one of the greatest military leaders in history.
Skip to content