Alexander The Great Imperialism

Alexander III of Macedon, and son of Philip II, had a belief of his descent inspired in him from a young age by his mother, Olympus – who often inferred to him that he was the son of the gods. Born, in 356 BCE, from the divine, and fostered by his military kin, Alexander was surely destined for greatness with principles like these. The life of Alexander is a story of imperialism, meaning the extension of a countries power through military and diplomacy and people generally accept the term Alexander the Great, due to his presence across the Hellenistic world and his many achievements in battle. Achievement and glory lay with Alexander’s father and therefore, Alexander himself , and he attempted to extend his empire across the entire world, seeing this fame as …show more content…
Alexander’s achievements can be noted and analysed in terms of his widespread influence and continuing force in the ancient world, of which we are aware, and his egotistical faith in his own being.

Alexander succeeded in many places throughout his career, and went on to dissolve the Persian Empire and beyond, for his own. Alexander was born into a situation, entitling him to be an absolute monarch, but despite this, it is perhaps true that he was in fact a charismatic and courageous leader. Though much of what we know of Alexander’s life and achievements can be seen to be overstated with the man creating his own legend . In his father’s life, Alexander was able to protect the Kingdom of Macedon, and in his death, he was able to prevent an invasion. The influence of Philip must be considered, as an impact on his work, and also his mentality and strategy. Alexander surely built upon what Philip had created, though Philip is categorically less famous, and recognised for his diplomatic and military skill and his reorganisation of the army