The Philistines took over this area in the 13th century BC, and Alexander the Great conquered it in 332 BC.
The Philistines took over this area in the 13th century BC, and Alexander the Great conquered it in 332 BC. Despite having many rulers, however, it has typically been culturally dominated by neighboring Egypt. It was controlled by Egypt from 1948 until Egypt lost it after the Six Day War. For ten points identify this coastal area, which has recently been the scene of violence between Hamas and Israeli forces.
The Philistines took over this area in the 13th century BC, and Alexander the Great conquered it in 332 BC.
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