Alexander the Great
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History Alexander the Great Essay- How Great Was He Never in history has there been a conqueror as well known as Alexander of Macedon. The subject of captivating stories and mystifying legends, Alexander was a hero who accomplished feats greater than any before him. It was his military prowess, his gifted use of strategy and his ability to unify the many nations of his empire that earned him the title "the Great". But how truly great was this legendary commander? Alexander has also been known as a merciless megalomaniac whose supposedly renowned leadership qualities were not always evident in his actions. Through a careful and impartial evaluation of Alexander's life, the true extent of his greatness can be determined. First and foremost, it is almost impossible to overlook Alexander's greatest achievement. Over an eleven year campaign of conquest, he built the largest empire in history (up to that date) which,...

