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Hephaestion also served in what high-ranking position under Alexander?

  • Chiliarch of the empire

  • Prime Minister

  • Head Priest

  • Supreme Commander

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Hephaestion also served as the chiliarch of the empire. The chiliarch was the chief administrative officer of the Macedonian army and was responsible for organizing and maintaining the army's supply lines and logistics. Hephaestion was a close friend and advisor to Alexander, and he served as a trusted lieutenant in the king's military campaigns.
Heavenly Hephaestion: Unearthing the Legend of the Macedonian Nobleman and General

Heavenly Hephaestion: Unearthing the Legend of the Macedonian Nobleman and General

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