Hi there. You're listening to the Hellenistic Age podcast. Episode 93, the Salucod Empire, the Peace of Appamea Once again, King Antiochus III suffered the bitter taste of defeat.

Following his humiliating evacuation of Greece, the destruction of his army on the plains of Magnesia meant that he was forced to come to

terms with the victorious Roman Republic. He had taken to Sardis while the Romans looted the battlefield,

and the Scipio brothers received the submission of neighboring cities like Magnesia at Cypulam. Antiochus and

this family retreated to Apamea in Phrygia, leaving behind Sardis, Ephesus,

and Magnusian the Menander to throw open their doors for the incoming Romans.

The official Zuxis was sent to Scipio Africanus on the king's behalf, looking to begin the peace talks,

to which the commander agreed, but demanded the immediate payment of 500 silver talents,

along with 2,500 talents once the Senate ratified any treaties they struck.

In early 189, the Senate welcomed the arrival of Scipio's officers, Antiochus's embassy,

Rhodian delegates, and King Eumenes himself.

The Adelid ruler made the first speech,

praising the Roman commanders for their victories on land and sea,

and all the fanfare that went with it.

He then emphasized his loyalty in that of his father, Adelis, to the Roman cause,

citing his accomplishments and the damage inflicted upon his lands during the war.

When the senators inquired about what Umines asked for as a reward, the king admitted that he would be fine with whatever the Romans had to offer,

but wasn't shy about stating that he would not be predisposed to ruling over whatever lands were stripped from Antiochus' control.

Embassies from the Smyrnans and Rhodians followed suit, providing their recommendations for what ought to be done.

Last was the Saluk admission, who acknowledged their wrongdoing but asked to forward everything on behalf of the King.

The penalties were initially discussed with Enticuschus' representatives during the immediate aftermath

of Magnesia, but the final treaty was not ratified until the spring of 188.

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