Alexander the Great was one of the best generals the world has ever seen. His determination helped him spread the Greek culture (also called Hellenism) throughout his empire. In a short thirteen years‚ Alexander conquered the Persians and controlled one of the biggest empires in history. Lead by his fathers prejudice against the Persians and notorious temperament has lead many historians to wonder‚ was Alexander really great? Alexander’s first battle was with the Persians at Granicus River
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Tattoos in Western Culture The art of tattooing has changed in modern times quite drastically. It is slowly becoming more acceptable to own and display tattoos on one’s body. In more conservative times‚ those with tattoos were looked on as social outcast‚ turned down for jobs and seen as strange outsiders. However‚ within the past half century‚ tattoos have steadily become more acceptable. Millions of people in America now proudly tattoo their skin‚ with everything from religious symbols to
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But‚ Alexander decided to take his chances and try to end the war with this battle on Darius’s land. As the Macedonian army set up camp overnight‚ Alexander was advised by his right-hand man Parmenion to attack Darius at that moment (Grant). It would have been the perfect surprise attack on the Persian army but‚ Alexander declined and said a surprise attack would be considered stealing a victory‚ so he decided to be fair and start the battle when Darius was ready (Grant). That night‚ Alexander went
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Why Does Alexander the Great Deserve the Title? Alexander the Great‚ King of Macedon‚ deserves the title because he was a very powerful man who conquered throughout his life. One of his greatest accomplishments was he spread the Greek culture and language throughout many parts of the world. He took on the position of the King after his father passed away and was able to also accomplish the expansion of his father’s empire. He deserves the title also because he started conquering at the very young
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particular‚ ancient Greece’s religion is well-known as it is in mainstream media and taught to many students. In the same way‚ Greece’s religion was well-liked in the ancient world. The twelve Olympian gods and goddess have a notable spot in Greece’s society. Specifically‚ Dionysus‚ the god of wine‚ festivity‚ and theatre. Being such an exceptional god‚ Greek citizens began worshipping him‚ which created the cult of Dionysus. Being that‚ cultists will change their lifestyle‚ views‚
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Hi‚ today I am going to talk to you about Alexander the Great. Wait‚what did you say? You don’t know who Alexander the Great is? Where do you live‚ under a rock? Anyways‚ I am going to tell you some things about him and why he was a great leader. Alexander the Great WAS as great as he seemed because he had the key characteristics of an amazing leader which are courage‚ concern for others‚ strength and intelligence and he also left his mark on the world with his amazing achievements‚ like conquering
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life he was orphaned at the age of three‚ impoverished most of his life and died at the age of forty. Writing styles are often influenced by the author’s life‚ his was no exception. The struggles in Edgar Allan Poe’s life greatly influenced the writing style of this great American writer of many great works such as The Black Cat and Tell-Tale Heart. Poe’s early life was difficult‚ his father left shortly after he was born‚ and his mother died when he was just three1. Being so young without parents
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Alexander Hamilton: first Secretary of the Treasury‚ Revolutionary War hero‚ and one of the most influential figures of the late 1700s. Even though Hamilton seems like an intelligent‚ wealthy‚ high ranking man‚ he did not start out that way. Hamilton wasn’t even born in the colonies‚ but he helped create the United States‚ and we still feel his impact today. Growing up‚ Alexander Hamilton lived an impoverished life and faced many hardships. His mother died and his father abandoned him‚ leaving
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Author’s Name Instructor’s Name Course Name Date Obesity in Western Societies Statistics show that obesity has risen in tremendous numbers over the last couple of years. All over the world‚ it has become an issue of wide discussion and worry‚ more so in the western society‚ where a third or more of the population has obesity (centers for disease control and prevention‚ 2011). Obesity can be defined as having excessive fat in the body and therefore contributing to a higher than recommended body weight
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ALEXANDER THE GREAT: THE DIVINE RULER By Mansour Shukoor 1) Alexander the Great has been known as a man of many titles throughout his life. He has been known as an adventurer‚ a King‚ and a conqueror. However from the time of his reign and all the triumphs in-between‚ up to his death‚ Alexander claimed ‘divine’ status. Most historians would agree with his divine status. Alexander the Great was a man who achieved great feats when he began his kingship in 336 B.C. From conquering a majority of
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