Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great (Greek: Μέγας Ἀλέξανδρος, Mégas Aléxandros; 20 July 356 BC – 10 June 323 BC), also known as Alexander III of Macedon, was a King of the Ancient Greek Macedonian Kingdom.
Pronunciation
- English: /ˈælɪgˈzændər ðə ɡreɪt/
- Greek: [ˈa.lek.san.dros]
Etymology
The name Alexander is derived from the Greek Αλέξανδρος (Aléxandros), meaning "Defender of the people" or "Defending men". The title "the Great" was bestowed upon him posthumously by the people he ruled.
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Biography
Alexander was born in Pella, the ancient capital of Macedon. He succeeded his father, Philip II of Macedon, to the throne at the age of 20. He spent most of his ruling years on an unprecedented military campaign through Asia and northeast Africa, and by the age of thirty, he had created one of the largest empires of the ancient world, stretching from Greece to Egypt and as far east as India. He was undefeated in battle and is widely considered one of history's most successful military commanders.
Legacy
Alexander's legacy extends beyond his military conquests. His campaigns greatly increased contacts and trade between East and West, and vast areas to the east were significantly exposed to Greek civilization and influence. Some of the cities he founded became major cultural centers, many surviving into the 21st century.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alexander the Great
- Wikipedia's article - Alexander the Great
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