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Phillips Death
After Phillips death Alexander inherits the throne at the age of 20.
He was taught military tactics by Aristotle.
Beginnings of an Empire!
Alexander wanted all of Persia, and started a campaign after he dealt with all Greek revolts.
He would find himself at odds with Darius III of Persia.
Alexanders Army
Small Well Trained Fiercely Loyal to Alexander
Persian Army
Large Disorganized No common language
Bucephalus
Alexander the Greats horse, and he tamed the wild stallion himself.
As the story goes the horse was afraid of its own shadow, Alexander realized this and made blinders for the horse.
It died at the Battle of Hydaspes, the last battle Alexander would ever fight in.
Army Revolts!
The soldiers are tired of fighting and want to return home to see family and friends.
Alexander tries to persuade the army to continue on, but the men are ready to return to Macedonia.