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33. Alexander dies at Babylon, 323BC. He is succeeded by his posthumous son (by Roxanna) as Alexander IV.
* Alexander was born July 20 or July 21 and died June 10 or June 11 so although 32, his life spanned 33 years. Different sources give different dates, among other things. For example, the name of his second wife has also been given as Stateira.
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