Alexander the Great

Alexander became a young king at the age of 20, and later known as Alexander the Great. His leadership, wit, strategic plans, and knowledge helped him succeed in ruling the people. The way he portrayed himself to people was critical to the publics eye. “When he felt it was necessary, Alexander could be brutal, and his show of force brought the Greek cities back into line. But Alexander also could be merciful, as Plutarch demonstrates in the story of Timoclea…Aleander was so taken by her bravery…

Alexander the great was a substantial military leader he conquered many lands and formed a new culture the “Hellenistic Culture.” During his 13 years of leadership He conquered Persia, Egypt, Syria, Mesopotamia, Indians, etc. Alexander did deserve the title “Great” although many believed that he did not because of the harsh things he did when attacking other empires. Regardless the controversy surrounding Alexander he fought through them. There is little doubt that Alexander was a great…

Once Alexander III of Macedonia’s father died, he inherited his throne and took over his empire at the age of twenty. Following in his father’s footsteps, he controlled a vast area of land, from Greece to Egypt extending to the Hindu Kush Mountains. Alexander did conquer over 3,000 miles of land, which is absurd, but his ruthless and sadistic manner doesn’t deserve the honoring title of “great”. Alexander was so power hungry, that his actions became deadly. He would pilfer every town and…

In 356 B.C. Phillip II and his third wife Olympias had a child named Alexander. At a young age Alexander was educated by a wise Greek philosopher named Aristotle. According to Plutarch, Alexander went against Aristotle’s advice to treat the Greeks as a leader, and the barbarians as a master (Plutarch 4). However, he treated them as friends and kinsmen so that his kingdom would not be filled with warfare, banishments and secret plots. In this way he could mediate and govern the world (Plutarch 4)…

At a young age Alexander took control of the Macedonians, while people thought he was going to be great. Many believe that Alexander is not great. In fact, people all him Alexander of Macedonia because Alexander did not treat the people he conquered. Yes, Alexander was not great, and lacked concern for others, but Alexander is great because of his remarkable achievements in his short life period, and Alexander did have concern for others because he did care for his people. Alexander, the son of…

Aristotle was one of the most important Greek philosophers and scientists, better known as the teacher of Alexander the Great. He studied at Plato’s academy in Athens, and is considered an important figure in understanding and shaping the basis of Western philosophy. Famous for his writings on many different subjects, including physics, biology, logic, ethics and psychology, he is considered one of the most prominent and relevant figures of the ancient Greek world. Historical Context…

Alexander III or as he is more widely known as, ‘Alexander the Great’ is widely regarded as one of history’s brilliant military leaders and most powerful rulers. At the time of his death in 323 BCE he had conquered most of the known world at the time and had never lost a battle. However, what many don’t know is that throughout his life he had been thrust into positions of failure and had managed to pull success from these unlikely scenarios. Alexander was born on 353 BCE to the parents…

In June of 323 BCE, amongst the lush vegetation, Alexander of Macedon, also known as Alexander the Great, took his last breath. You may be wondering why I am mentioning this in a paper focused on Cleopatra, but this significance of this cannot be overlooked. Simply because it would be his death and the events that happened after that led to Cleopatra taking the throne of Egypt. For 12 years, Alexander the Great, who led his first battle at 16 and became king at 20, propelled into the world and…

Great /ɡrāt/ (adjective): Of an extent, amount or intensity considerably above average. Alexander III of Macedonia was considered great because in only thirty two years of his life he accomplished more than almost any other ruler or ancient human. In his lifetime he was the cavalry commander, king, conqueror of the Persian empire, and explorer of the Indian frontier. It is because of these accomplishments that he is known as,” Alexander the Great.” (History.com staff) Alexander the great was…

he was chosen to lead this great army of Greeks against Persia. But just one year later King Philip II was assassinated. The new king of Macedon was his son, Alexander III, which was later to be known as Alexander the great, became king at just 20 years old in 336 BCE. Alexander the Great and his inherited army would quickly destroy the Persian empire and dominate virtually all of the territories of the ancient world, as far east as India. In two short years, Alexander secured the Greek and…