The Greatest General in History? Alexander the Great (All Parts)
Epic History・2 minutes read
Alexander the Great led a successful military campaign starting in 334 BC, defeating the Persian Empire and creating one of the largest empires in history. Despite facing challenges and revolts, Alexander's conquest continued eastward, reaching the limit of the Persian Empire and experiencing internal discontent among his troops.
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- Alexander the Great's military campaigns against the Persian Empire from 334 BC onwards resulted in the creation of one of the largest empires in history, with strategic victories at battles like Granicus and Issus, ultimately leading to his conquest of vast territories in the East and his coronation as Pharaoh in Egypt.
- Alexander's relentless pursuit of conquest, marked by victories against King Darius III and expansion into territories like India, led to internal discontent among his troops due to the prolonged campaigns and adoption of Persian customs, culminating in revolts and mutinies during his return journey to Persia.
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Recent questions
Who initiated a significant military campaign against the Persian Empire?
Alexander the Great
What notable battles occurred during the resistance against the Persian invasion?
Thermopylae, Salamis, Plataea
Who introduced military reforms including the sarissa?
King Philip II of Macedonia
What battle saw Alexander confront King Darius III?
Battle of Issus
What territories did Alexander subjugate in the western regions of the Persian Empire?
Phoenicia, Tyre, Egypt
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