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Alexander's Achievements

What was the most important reason for Alexander's ability to build such a large empire?

What was the most important factor leading to its eventual decline?

Explain your answers and provide evidence showing why these factors were more important than the alternatives.

What made Alexander “great”? In responding, be sure to include specific examples to support your statements.

1. Battle of Chaeronea and defeat of Sacred Band (338 BC)

Reaffirmation of Macedonian Rule as King (336-335 BC)

Series of wins to ensure complete control over Greece (335 BC)

Conquest of the Achaemenid Empire

Siege of Tyre and Gaza (332 – 331 BC)

(There are a few more, but these are some of the greatest)

2. Alexander the Great's empire developed not only because of his military prowess but also because of his father's success, which took advantage of an unstable political context in Greece.

3/4. Several factors caused the sudden collapse of the Empire that Alexander built. These include the early and the somewhat unexpected death of the great king, absence of a capable successor, rebellious generals, and the size of the territories Alexander had invaded.

5. Alexander was a visionary, said Abernethy. His ability to dream, plan and strategize on a large scale allowed him to win many battles, even when he was outnumbered. It also helped motivate his men, who knew they were part of one of the greatest conquests in history.