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The Successful and Significant Life Events of Alexander the Great

By jonaslee
  • 336 BCE

    Alexander Becomes King Over Macedonia.

    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.
  • 334 BCE

    Alexander Takes Control Over Anatolia.

    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
  • 332 BCE

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

    Alexander Founds the City of Alexandria During His Time in Egypt.
    Alexander was greeted kindly and respectfully by the Egyptians and made him pharaoh.
  • 331 BCE

    Alexander Finally Ends the Power of the Persians.

    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.
  • 326 BCE

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

    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.
  • 323 BCE

    The Fall of Alexander the Great

    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.