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Alexander the Great
Macedonian king who built the largest empire of the ancient world in 13 years
334 BC ๐ฌ๐ท Macedonia/Greece Ancient World
๐บ Key Facts
1
Conquered Persia, Egypt, Mesopotamia, Bactria and reached India (334โ323 BC)
2
Founded Alexandria, Egypt โ greatest city of the ancient world and centre of knowledge
3
Spread Greek culture (Hellenism) from the Mediterranean to Central Asia
Never lost a battle in 13 years of continuous warfare; died at 32 with no heir named
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Era
๐บ Ancient World
Region
๐ฌ๐ท Macedonia/Greece
Year
334 BC
Summary
Macedonian king who built the largest empire of the ancient world in 13 years