Birthday: 356 BC (Cancer)
Born In: Pella, Greece
Birthday: 356 BC (Cancer)
Born In: Pella, Greece
Alexander the Great, also known as Alexander III of Macedon, was the king of Macedonia from 336 to 323 B.C. He was the conqueror of the Persian Empire and is considered to be one of the greatest military geniuses of all times. Born as the son of Philip II, King of Macedonia, he spent his early years observing the administration of his father and witnessed how the king transformed Macedonia into a great military power. Brave and courageous from an early age, Alexander first displayed his prowess when he successfully tamed an unruly stallion when he was just 12. As a young boy he had the good fortune of being tutored by the great Greek philosopher, Aristotle, who imbibed in Alexander a love for knowledge and stimulated his interest in the fields of science, medicine, literature and philosophy. Alexander ascended the throne at the age of 20 following the assassination of his father. His father had been a great conqueror and being his son, Alexander was determined to take forward his legacy. He embarked on a series of extensive military campaigns and created one of the largest empires of the ancient world by the time he was 30
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Nick Name: Lord of Asia, Shahanshah of Persia, Pharaoh of Egypt, Hegemon of the Hellenic League, Basileus of Macedon
Also Known As: Alexander III of Macedon
Died At Age: 32
Spouse/Ex-: Parysatis II, Roxana, Stateira II
father: Philip II of Macedon
mother: Olympias
siblings: Caranus, Cleopatra of Macedon, Cynane, Europa of Macedon, Philip III of Macedon, Thessalonike of Macedon
children: Alexander IV of Macedon
Born Country: Greece
Emperors & Kings Macedonian Emperors & Kings
Died on: May 31, 323 BC
place of death: Babylon
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Alexander the Great conquered the Persian Empire, Egypt, and parts of India, creating one of the largest empires in ancient history.
Alexander the Great died in 323 BC in Babylon at the age of 32, likely due to either illness or poisoning.
Alexander's conquests spread Greek culture and Hellenistic civilization across the vast territories he conquered, influencing the regions for centuries to come.
Alexander was known for his strategic brilliance, inspiring leadership, and ability to lead by example on the battlefield, earning the loyalty and respect of his soldiers.
Alexander's conquests reshaped the political, cultural, and social landscape of the ancient world, leading to the spread of Greek culture and the blending of Eastern and Western influences.
Alexander the Great was known for his love of learning and was a student of Aristotle, one of the greatest philosophers of his time.
Alexander was known for his impressive military tactics and strategies, often using innovative methods to defeat his enemies.
He was a skilled horseman and formed a close bond with his horse Bucephalus, which he rode into many battles.
Alexander was also a patron of the arts and encouraged the blending of different cultures in his empire, leading to a flourishing of artistic and intellectual pursuits during his reign.
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