Alexander the Great

Full Name: Alexander the Great
Nationality: Macedonian
Profession: Macedonian King and Conqueror of Persia
Why Famous: By the age of thirty, Alexander created one of the largest empires of the ancient world, stretching from the Ionian Sea to the Himalayas. He was undefeated in battle and is considered one of history's most successful military commanders.
Born: 20th July, 356
Star Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Pella, Macedonia (modern Greece)
Died: 10th June, 323 (aged 33)
Cause of Death: Suspected poisoning

Historical Events in the Life of Alexander the Great

0322-08-07 - Battle of Crannon between Athens and Macedon following the death of Alexander the Great.
0331-10-01 - Alexander the Great defeats Darius III of Persia in the Battle of Gaugamela.
0334-05-22 - The Macedonian army of Alexander the Great defeats Darius III of Persia in the Battle of the Granicus

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