TWEDY Thesis Statement: Alexander III of Macedon was truly great because he spread Greek language and culture throughout his empire‚ he had great success in the military field‚ and he was a philosophical idealist. First Major Idea: Alexander III of Macedon was truly great because he spread Greek language and culture throughout his empire. From 336 to 334 and many years after that‚ Alexander conquered territories on a superhuman scale. He then promoted Greek culture and language throughout
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Is Alexander the Great really "Great"? In James Romm’s edit of recollections from authors Arrian‚ Diodorus‚ Plutarch‚ and Quintus Curtuis of Alexander’s life‚ we are presented the good and bad tales and parts of Alexander’s life. So‚ James Romm presents the question: Should Alexander be considered great? Like James Romm suggests‚ I as a modern reader have formed my own opinions of Alexander and if he should indeed be considered "Great". In my opinion‚ while Alexander was a man whom had qualities
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Alexander the Great Throughout history the actions‚ beliefs‚ and achievements of certain individuals have changed global history. One such individual is Alexander of Macedon‚ better known as Alexander the Great. During the years of Aristotle came the military rule of Philip of Macedonia. Philip was a great conqueror‚ but not as great or as popular as his son Alexander. The main thrust of Alexander’s reign was that it happened so quickly. With lightning fast speed‚ the greatest mortal hero of Greece
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Was Alexander The Great really great? I would have to say that yes he was great. I think you have to look at his ability to take a team of soldiers and defeat a much larger force. Alexander founded 70 different cities‚ far more than anyone has ever done before in such a short time span. He also caused greek culture to spread amongst many nations. Not too many ways to find out how Alexander was evil‚ it might be because no one wants to remember that. He did kill a lot of innocent people that didn’t
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Alexander the Great: Research Paper by Simon Euteneier #997011987 Professor Rubincam Winter-2013-CLA347H5 Alexander of Macedon is unquestionably one of histories most important figures. His conquest and unification of Greece and the Persian Empire led to an unprecedented blending of cultures and peoples. It also resulted in a much-needed period of peace within the ancient Mediterranean and Middle Eastern worlds. Although the outcome of Alexander’s conquest was generally good‚ what was Alexander’s
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Alexander the Great Alexander accomplished greater deeds than‚ not only any of the kings who had lived before him but also most of those who came after him. Alexander the Great was born at Pella Macedonia in 356 B.C.E. He spent his childhood years watching his father transform Macedonia into a great military power. His Father was King Phillip of Macedonia and his mother was Olympias princess of neighboring Epirus. She was a deeply spiritual woman who taught her son about his ancestors. From his
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1877 11/03/11 Alexander the Great Alexander the Great is widely known as one of the greatest military geniuses of all time. He is said to have been inspiration for later conquerors such as Hannibal‚ Napoleon‚ and Caesar to name a few. Alexander conquered numerous places while he was king including the entire Persian Empire. From the time he was born to the time he died people knew that this man would be a great leader and conqueror. I believe that Alexander the Great is one of the best
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Alexander the Great Alexander III of Macedon‚ commonly known as Alexander the Great‚ was a king of Macedon‚ a state in northern ancient Greece. Born in Pella in 356 BC‚ Alexander was tutored by Aristotle until the age of 16. Known for his brutal and legendary military tactics‚ Alexander was probably one of the best if not the best military commanders of all time. He was definitely one of the most successful‚ however‚ conquering much of the world at the time and sometimes making entire cities surrender
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Guinansaca Mrs. Mannion Period -6 2-19-13 Was Alexander really Great? Throughout the years there were many arguments and doubts of Alexander the Great is actually “great” as they say he was. But in my opinion I have more than enough information to state he was indeed classified as a great warrior and man. First of all he was an outstanding leader‚ nobody can compare to his leadership. Not only he would lead his armies’
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Question: What do you think was the single greatest accomplishment of Alexander and why? Does he deserve the appellation of "Great?" Why or why not? Alexander the Great is without a doubt one of the most prominent military strategists of all time. His name is forever forged in history books along with other great leaders as Gengis Khan‚ Atilla the Hut and Tamerlane. The appellation of “Great” bestowed on him is clearly justified simply by his deeds. Between 334 and 323 BCE‚ he was able to
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