The triumphs of Alexander the Great brought about strength and diversity to the Greek empire that is still felt throughout the world today. His campaigns greatly increased contact between the East and West. Many areas were also exposed to Greek civilization and influence due to Alexander’s successful conquests. None the less, Alexander the Great has left his mark on the modern world.
Alexander III of Macedon was born in Pella, the ancient capital of Macedonia, on 365 B.C. He was born into royalty as the son of Phillip II, a Macedonian king. Growing up, Alexander was tutored by Aristotle until the age of sixteen. He gave Alexander thorough training in rhetoric and literature. He also stimulated his interest in the areas of science, math, and …show more content…
Alexander ascended to the Macedonian throne after the assassination of his father, King Phillip II. Philip was murdered, at Aegae, the ancient capital of the kingdom of Macedon. The court had gathered there for the celebration of the marriage of Philip's daughter. While the king was entering the town's theatre, he was killed by one of his seven bodyguards. The assassin immediately tried to escape and to reach his associates who were waiting for him with horses at the entrance to Aegae. He was pursued by three of Philip's bodyguards, but when running, tripped on a vine, and died by their hands. Alexander ascended due to unfortunate circumstances, regarding his father’s death. Though, “Alexander the Great
Became one of the most celebrated figures of classical antiquity, by ruling over many nations and being the world’s wealthiest man” (Fields, 4).
“Phillips assassination could have cut short the dream of the Macedonian conquests in Asia. But Alexander, now twenty years old, had no intention of letting that bold ambition die” (Behnke, 26). So, Alexander marched south and secured Thessaly. Later when he was at the assembly of the Greek League in Corinth, he was appointed the strategos autocrator (supreme commander) of all Greeks for the expected invasion of Persian Empire. On his return to Macedonia by way of Delphi, the Pythian priestess acclaimed …show more content…
Alexander confronted his first Persian army which was led by three satraps. The Persian plan to tempt Alexander across the river and kill him in the melee almost succeeded; but the Persian line broke, and Alexander’s victory was complete. “The Persian Empire was a pivotal empire because it was the first true empire that set the standard of what it means to be and empire” (Pillalamarri, 17). This victory opened western Asia Minor to the Macedonians, and most cities opened their gates. The tyrants were expelled, and in contrast to Macedonian policy in Europe, in Asia democracies were installed. Alexander confirmed his Panhellenic policy, symbolized in the sending of 300 panoplies, i.e. armor sets, taken at the Granicus as an offering dedicated to Athena at Athens. The cities remained de facto under Alexander, and his nomination as satrap of Hellespontine Phrygia confirmed his intention to succeed The Great King of Persia. When the city of Miletus opposed, Alexander took it by force, he disbanded his extensive navy and decided to defeat the Persian fleet on land, by occupying the coastal cities. In Caria, Halicarnassus resisted and was destroyed; but Ada, the widow and sister of the satrap Idrieus, adopted Alexander as her son and Alexander appointed her as satrap of
Alexander III of Macedon was born in Pella, the ancient capital of Macedonia, on 365 B.C. He was born into royalty as the son of Phillip II, a Macedonian king. Growing up, Alexander was tutored by Aristotle until the age of sixteen. He gave Alexander thorough training in rhetoric and literature. He also stimulated his interest in the areas of science, math, and …show more content…
Alexander ascended to the Macedonian throne after the assassination of his father, King Phillip II. Philip was murdered, at Aegae, the ancient capital of the kingdom of Macedon. The court had gathered there for the celebration of the marriage of Philip's daughter. While the king was entering the town's theatre, he was killed by one of his seven bodyguards. The assassin immediately tried to escape and to reach his associates who were waiting for him with horses at the entrance to Aegae. He was pursued by three of Philip's bodyguards, but when running, tripped on a vine, and died by their hands. Alexander ascended due to unfortunate circumstances, regarding his father’s death. Though, “Alexander the Great
Became one of the most celebrated figures of classical antiquity, by ruling over many nations and being the world’s wealthiest man” (Fields, 4).
“Phillips assassination could have cut short the dream of the Macedonian conquests in Asia. But Alexander, now twenty years old, had no intention of letting that bold ambition die” (Behnke, 26). So, Alexander marched south and secured Thessaly. Later when he was at the assembly of the Greek League in Corinth, he was appointed the strategos autocrator (supreme commander) of all Greeks for the expected invasion of Persian Empire. On his return to Macedonia by way of Delphi, the Pythian priestess acclaimed …show more content…
Alexander confronted his first Persian army which was led by three satraps. The Persian plan to tempt Alexander across the river and kill him in the melee almost succeeded; but the Persian line broke, and Alexander’s victory was complete. “The Persian Empire was a pivotal empire because it was the first true empire that set the standard of what it means to be and empire” (Pillalamarri, 17). This victory opened western Asia Minor to the Macedonians, and most cities opened their gates. The tyrants were expelled, and in contrast to Macedonian policy in Europe, in Asia democracies were installed. Alexander confirmed his Panhellenic policy, symbolized in the sending of 300 panoplies, i.e. armor sets, taken at the Granicus as an offering dedicated to Athena at Athens. The cities remained de facto under Alexander, and his nomination as satrap of Hellespontine Phrygia confirmed his intention to succeed The Great King of Persia. When the city of Miletus opposed, Alexander took it by force, he disbanded his extensive navy and decided to defeat the Persian fleet on land, by occupying the coastal cities. In Caria, Halicarnassus resisted and was destroyed; but Ada, the widow and sister of the satrap Idrieus, adopted Alexander as her son and Alexander appointed her as satrap of