The wars of Alexander the Great (Ancient Greek: Πόλεμοι του Μεγάλου Αλεξάνδρου) were a series of conquests carried out by Alexander III of Macedon from 336 to 323 BC. They began …

Some historians see Alexander as a civilizing force, by bringing Western (Greek) culture to the East, while other historians, look at the huge numbers of human deaths resulting from …

Often portrayed with a lion's mane of hair and a gaze fixed on distant horizons, this Macedonian prodigy combined tactical brilliance, unwavering determination, and a bit of fortune to topple …

Jul 24, 2023 · Alexander’s first major victory against the Persian Empire came at the Granicus River in Asia Minor, or Anatolia, which makes up the western half of modern-day Turkey. In …

Alexander endeavored to reach the "ends of the world and the Great Outer Sea" and invaded India in 326 BC, achieving an important victory over Porus, an ancient Indian king of present …

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Timeline of events in the life of Alexander the Great, also known as Alexander III or Alexander of Macedonia. In his short life (356–323 BCE) he conquered an enormous range of lands—from …

Dec 14, 2024 · In his many conquests across the Classical known world, Alexander the Great fought wars against a myriad of adversaries, triumphing over them all. Alexander’s victories …

Alexander the Great, or Alexander III, (born 356 bc, Pella, Macedonia—died June 13, 323 bc, Babylon), King of Macedonia (336–323) and the greatest military leader of antiquity. The son …

Nov 14, 2013 · Alexander's military prowess was first noted at the Battle of Chaeronea in 338 BCE. Although only 18 years old, he helped turn the tide of battle in the decisive Macedonian …