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Diodotus II

Greco-Bactrian king

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Diodotus II Theos was the son and successor of Diodotus I Soter, who rebelled against the Seleucid Empire, establishing the Graeco-Bactrian Kingdom. Diodotus II probably ruled alongside his father as co-regent, before succeeding him as sole king around 235 BC. He prevented Seleucid efforts to reincorporate Bactria back into the empire, by allying with the Parthians against them. He was murdered around 225 BC by Euthydemus I, who succeeded him as king.

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Place of death
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  • King of Greco-Bactrian kingdom

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What positions has Diodotus II held?
Positions held by Diodotus II include: King of Greco-Bactrian kingdom.

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  1. Wikipedia (English): Diodotus II · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q363368 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Coin of Diodotos II.jpg by Classical Numismatic Group ; [1] (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Last updated · facts checked 10 November 2026

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