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Diodotus I

Seleucid satrap of Bactria

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Diodotus I Soter was the first Hellenistic king of Bactria. Diodotus was initially satrap of Bactria, but became independent of the Seleucid empire around 255 BC, establishing the Greco-Bactrian Kingdom. In about 250 BC, Diodotus repelled a Parthian invasion of Bactria by Arsaces. He minted an extensive coinage and administered a powerful and prosperous new kingdom. He died around 235 BC and was succeeded by his son Diodotus II.

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Place of death
Bactria wd
Occupation
sovereign wd

Positions held wd

  • King of Greco-Bactrian kingdom
  • Seleucid Satrap

Questions

What positions has Diodotus I held?
Positions held by Diodotus I include: King of Greco-Bactrian kingdom; Seleucid Satrap.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Diodotus I · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q335032 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: DiodotusGoldCoin.jpg by World Imaging (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Last updated · facts checked 10 November 2026

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