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    Few historical figures stand out in the same degree as that of Alexander the Great. He was a warrior by 16‚ a commander at age 18‚ and was crowned King of Macedon by the time he was 20 years old. He did things in his lifetime that others could only dream about. Alexander single-handedly changed the nature of the ancient world in just over a decade. There were many attributes that made AlexanderGreat.” He was a brilliant strategist and an inspired leader; he led by example and was a conqueror

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    After Alexander the great died‚ he was given the title "the great" due to his success in conquering Europe. People thought he made many great to change Europe. Was that really the reason he was given the title the great? What goals do you have to achieve in order you can receive the tile of "the great"? Someone great should be a leader that contributed to the society greatly and made a significant achievement to change the world and make the way we live today better. He should be someone who is respected

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    Alexander‚ the Great: Strength‚ weakness and contributions There were immense qualities for Alexander‚ the great as a leader. One of the greatest qualities a leader should have is ambition. Alexander wanted to establish a vast empire and his ambition was fulfilled. He had conquered almost all the major countries of the Middle East and Asia Minor. He had also overthrown the Persian Empire by defeating the Persian king‚ Darius III. He was one of the greatest military geniuses of all times. He

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    The Leader of a New Era: How Alexander the Great Conquered Persia/ Greece Today‚ there is a debate on how Alexander the Great was able to conquer most of his known world. Some people believe it was due to his leadership and ruling capabilities‚ while others think it was due to Alexander’s adept understanding of strategy and tactics. Even though some people believe that it was his leadership role that helped him manage uprisings‚ and also allowed him to expand his empire. It was‚ ultimately‚ his

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    In history‚ many great things were achieved. But it’s not just about what was accomplished. It’s about who did it. Wars were fought‚ tears were shed. One of the most well-known men who fought in these wars was Alexander the Great. Does he actually deserve the Great on the end of his name? Was he a good enough leader to have that title? Some people would beg to differ‚ but I believe he has every right to have the Great on the end of his name. At around age twenty-twenty-oneish‚ a young prince became

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    Son of Phillip II‚ Alexander the Great is considered one of the greatest military commanders of all times. Alexander grew up watching his father Phillip II transforming Macedonia into a great military power. After his father Phillip II was killed by a bodyguard‚ he became king of Macedonia to then become Alexander the Great. Alexander employ the latest technology to conquer civilizations‚ such as the catapult and the serge tower. His intelligence and the way he commanded his military made him the

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    Alexander The Great: Hollywood Vs. History Emma Watson Filmed historical movies have become a prime source of knowledge about the past. Historians can not deny that‚ but they can find glitches and certain details or events that Hollywood has tweaked that give viewers a different perception sometimes. Watching ‘Alexander’ and researching true facts about Alexander the Great has given me a clearer view on how history portrayed though Hollywood films can sometimes be misleading with

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    known for his innovations with the Macedonian military‚ Alexander perfected the formations and tactics developed by his father. Utilization of siege machinery enabled Alexander to surpass his father’s achievements and conquer the East. These technologies together with his great mind of military strategies enabled him to become one of the greatest military leaders in history. Introduction Philip II laid the foundation for Alexander’s great success in his campaign to take the East. Philip II instilled

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    Macedonia‚ Alexander the Great was born on July 20th‚ 356B.C. ‚ (the sixth day of the Macedonian month Loïos) in Pella‚ Macedonia to King Philip II and Queen Olympia‚ daughter of King Neoptolemus. He became the king of Persia‚ Babylon and Asia‚ and created Macedonian colonies in the same area. Alexander and his sister were raised in Pella’s Royal Court. Young Alexander never saw much of his father since King Philip II was off doing military campaigns. Olympia was a powerful role model for Alexander‚ but

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    Moshe Metz English 9 Ms. Van Gundy 8 May 2018 Alexander the Great’s Life Journey and Lessons Alexander pushed and helped the wave of the Hellenistic belief throughout the western civilization with the help of his father. Alexander and his father were the cause of the destruction of the classical Greek civilization. In Alexander’s lifetime‚ he nearly conquered the whole civilized world by dominating the West all the way east into India. Alexander the Great impacted society during his time of power by

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