Alexander the Great

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Alexander the great was born 356 BC in Pella, the Capital of Macedonia to Philip II (king of Macedonia) and Olympias (princess of Epirus, and daughter of king Neoptolemus). Many people consider him to be one of the greatest military geniuses in history 2324 years later. Even as a young child Alexander showed greatness by taming the horse nobody else was able to ride, Bucephalus. He later named a city after his beloved horse in India near …

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…military genius who overthrew the Persian empire extending his rule from Greece to Egypt and all the way to India. Alexander was a true leader who led all battles from the front inspiring his men. Alexander inspired his men so much that they followed him for eight years marching 22,000 miles on foot, winning numerous battles even while being severely outnumbered. To this day Alexander is recognized as one of the greatest Generals of all time.