Alexander became a legendary hero similar to Achilles, featuring prominently in the historical and mythical traditions of both Greek and non-Greek cultures. His military achievements and successes …

Dec 1, 2025 · Alexander the Great (356–323 BCE) was a fearless Macedonian king and military genius who conquered vast territories from Greece to Egypt and India, leaving an enduring legacy as one of …

Nov 14, 2013 · Alexander III of Macedon, better known as Alexander the Great (l. 21 July 356 BCE – 10 or 11 June 323 BCE, r. 336-323 BCE), was the son of King Philip II of Macedon (r. 359-336 BCE) …

Nov 9, 2009 · Alexander the Great was an ancient Macedonian ruler and one of history’s greatest military minds who, as King of Macedonia and Persia, established the largest empire the ancient …

Read a biography about Alexander the Great from his early life to becoming a military leader. How did he change the nature of the ancient world?

Oct 19, 2023 · Alexander the Great, a Macedonian king, conquered the eastern Mediterranean, Egypt, the Middle East, and parts of Asia in a remarkably short period of time. His empire ushered in …

Aug 16, 2024 · Alexander’s tactical genius and relentless ambition led to the creation of one of the largest empires in history by the time of his death at just 32. His legacy includes the dissemination of …

Apr 16, 2025 · Alexander the Great, known as Alexander III of Macedon, was a pivotal figure in ancient history, born on July 20, 356 BCE, in Pella, the capital of Macedonia. The son of King Philip II and …

Sep 17, 2025 · Alexander was not merely a conqueror; he was a builder. Wherever he went, he founded cities—often named Alexandria—that became centers of trade, culture, and learning.

Dec 2, 2025 · Alexander’s motive for ordering the march may have been the desire to outdo the mythical queen Semiramis and the legendary Cyrus the Great; but the scale of the catastrophe does suggest …