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The Successful and Significant Life Events of Alexander the Great

By jonaslee
  • Alexander Becomes King Over Macedonia.
    336 BCE

    Alexander Becomes King Over Macedonia.

    After Philip II fell to the Athens and Thebes, Alexander steps up to take Philip's place, which marks the beginning of his empire.
  • Alexander Takes Control Over Anatolia.
    334 BCE

    Alexander Takes Control Over Anatolia.

    Alexander led 35,000 men to a surprising feat over the Persians. He caused Darius III and his army to flea from the land
  • Alexander Founds the City of Alexandria During His Time in Egypt.
    332 BCE

    Alexander Founds the City of Alexandria During His Time in Egypt.

    Alexander was greeted kindly and respectfully by the Egyptians and made him pharaoh.
  • Alexander Finally Ends the Power of the Persians.
    331 BCE

    Alexander Finally Ends the Power of the Persians.

    Attacking as a phalanx, Alexander and his army once again caused Darius to run away. His army had occupied many cities including Babylon, Susa, and Persepolis.
  • Alexander's Army Becomes Tired of Fighting and They Turn Back.
    326 BCE

    Alexander's Army Becomes Tired of Fighting and They Turn Back.

    After over 11 years of fighting and marching, Alexander's army was exhausted and worn out. Although Alexander was disappointed, he gave in and they returned.
  • The Fall of Alexander the Great
    323 BCE

    The Fall of Alexander the Great

    When returning to Babylon, Alexander planned to reorganize his empire, but unfortunately, he became severely sick and died. His generals fought each other for power and the empire crumbled.