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Darius III, King of Persia
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  Born:   ? b.c.  
 
  Died:   330 b.c.  

Overview:   Ruled from 336 to 330; he abandoned his mother, wife, and children at the battle of Issus where he was defeated by Alexander; fought and lost again at Gaugamela.



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