Caesar, Hannibal, and Alexander the Great

It was the leadership of Caesar, Alexander, and Hannibal that heavily influenced the Roman society, the ancient world, and the western civilization. Ambition drove Alexander the Great to conquer the unconquered, propelled Caesar to the top of the political spectrum with no birthright, and helped Hannibal defeat a dominent society in the ancient world. It was Julius Caesar's successful military tactics, his drive to the top of the political society, and his succession without the right, privilege, and possession to which a person is entitled to by birth. Alexander, and Hannibal proved to be superior leaders, and military geniuses, but above all Julius Caesar was the greater of the three.
Great military intellectuals pursed forward in attempt to conquer a portion of success or civilized purpose. Intelligence was a crucial factor that impacted a leaders success, strategy, and their ability to lead effectively. To sustain an empire from collapsing, Alexander “tolerated many local religious and social customs.”[1] Alexander’s tolerance towards supplementary cultures among his new empire illustrates his intelligence for maintaining and establishing happier subjects that will accept a new leadership, which in return will reduce the chance of rebellion and disagreements on his motives and conquest for power. In contrast, Hannibal’s intellect dwells within his calculated thought to detect and determine well assessed actions, even at a time of disadvantage, despite that “the Romans outnumbered the Carthaginians fifty-four thousand to fifty-five thousand, the Carthaginian cavalry was stronger by four thousand. Hannibal planned his strategy around this advantage.”[2] Despite a minor disadvantage Hannibal was able to maximize his troops strength's to balance for the troops weaknesses, to increase the probability of a successful victory. This intelligent, innovative thinking would lead to another victory. Julius Caesar on the other hand, displayed his compassion and