Alexander III Of Macedon's Legacy

William Shakespeare once wrote that “Some men are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them. In many ways, Alexander III of Macedon falls into all three of those categories”. Alexander was one of the best generals known to man, winning his first battle at 16 years old. Alexander Hellenized the Eastern world forever changing society. His legacy has lasted several thousand years. What is the most amazing thing is that he lived a short life-dying at 33! Alexander the Great was a brilliant military leader. He brought a new way of fighting to the Greeks. As a general he changed weapon styles, tactics, armor, army organization and discipline. His soldiers were so loyal to him that they followed him to the