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Alexander III of Macedon, popularly known as Alexander the Great ( Greek ????a?d??? ? ???a? or ???a? ????a?d???, Mégas Aléxandros; 356–323 BC), was an Ancient Greeki[›] king ( basileus) of Macedon who created one of the largest empires in ancient history. Born in Pella in 356 BC, Alexander succeeded his father Philip II of Macedon to the throne in 336 BC after the King was assassinated, and died 13 years later at the age of 32. Whilst both Alexander's reign and empire were short-lived, the cultural impact of his conquests lasted for centuries. Alexander is one of the most well known figures of antiquity, and is remembered for his tactical ability, his conquests, and for spreading Greek civilization into the east. Philip had brought most of the city-states of mainland Greece under Macedonian hegemony, using both military and diplomatic means. Upon his death, Alexander inherited a strong kingdom and an experienced army. He succeeded in being awarded the generalship of Greece and with his authority firmly established, launched the military plans for expansion left by his father. He invaded Persian-ruled Asia Minor, and began a series of campaigns lasting 10 years. Alexander repeatedly defeated the Persians in battle, marched through Syria, Egypt, Mesopotamia, Persia, and Bactria and in the process he overthrew the Persian king Darius III and conquered the entirety of the Persian Empire.ii[›] Following his desire to reach the "ends of the world and the Great Outer Sea", he invaded India, but was eventually forced to turn back by the near-mutiny of his troops, who had tired of war. Alexander died in Babylon in 323 BC, before having the chance to realize a series of planned campaigns, beginning with an invasion of Arabia. In the years following Alexander's death, his empire was torn apart in a series of civil wars, which resulted in the formation of a number of states ruled by Macedonian nobility. Remarkable though his conquests were, Alexander's lasting legacy was not his reign, but the cultural diffusion engendered by his conquests. The import of Greek colonists and culture to the east, initiated by Alexander, resulted in a new Hellenistic culture, aspects of which were still evident in the traditions of the Byzantine Empire up until the mid-15th century. Alexander himself became legendary, as a classical hero in the mould of Achilles and features prominently in the history and myth of Greek and non-Greek cultures. He became the measure against which generals, even to this day, compare themselves, and his tactical exploits are still taught in military academies throughout the world.iii[›] There are numerous surviving ancient Greek and Latin texts about Alexander, as well as some non-Greek texts. The primary sources, texts written by people who actually knew Alexander or who gathered information from men who served with Alexander, are all lost, apart from a few inscriptions and fragments.[1] Contemporaries who wrote accounts of his life include Alexander's campaign historian Callisthenes; Alexander's generals Ptolemy and Nearchus; Aristobulus, a junior officer on the campaigns; and Onesicritus, Alexander's chief helmsman.[1] Finally, there is the very influential account of Cleitarchus who, while not a direct witness of Alexander's expedition, used sources which had just been published.[1] His work was to be the backbone of that of Timagenes, who heavily influenced many historians whose work still survives. None of these works survives, but we do have later works based on these primary sources.[1]
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1. Great Las Vegas Comedy Shows
November 21, 2009
We all appreciate a good laugh from time to time, and most of us know that laughter is just plain good for the soul. Try one of these hilarious shows during your next visit to Las Vegas, and make sure your vacation is one to remember.
Frank Caliendo Las Vegas Comedy Show
Comedian and impressionist, Frank Caliendo, recently opened his new comedy show in Las Vegas. Opening night was not only a major success, but it created a nation wide buzz that's sure to bring travelers to Las Vegas just to experience his show. We were first introduced to Frank as a cast member on the former hit tele... (read more)
Author: Alexander Robinson III
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2. Nokia 6700 Mobiles - A Class Apart
November 19, 2009
The latest Nokia mobiles are simply red hot and truly perfect when it comes to usability, durability and class. Recently, the market has experienced great Nokia magic that is spread over by the modem and striking mobile inclusions to the list.
Launched one after the other, Nokia mobiles have set and improved the quality benchmark which is hard to match. To illustrate this, we have the new Nokia 6700 that is graded as one of the top and successful Nokia mobile models. If you have your interest in purchasing this dazzling set of Nokia mobile then take a look at brief review. It is surely go... (read more)
Author: Monty Alexander
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3. Nokia 5630 Xpress Music - Sway Your Body
November 18, 2009
Nokia is the brand that needs no introduction. Recently, Nokia has revealed the new Nokia 5630 Xpress Music phone. With the youth going crazy to have music wherever they go, the demand for such mobile phones is on top.
This Xpress music phone imbibes great lot of features that appeal to the mobile users and prompt them to buy it. Besides its robust exterior and its techno interior, it has great talent and it is performance can’t be beaten by any other mobile sets. It is integrated with effective Wi-fi connectivity that enables the users to share and transfer files in different formats fr... (read more)
Author: Monty Alexander
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4. Nokia 5310 Xpress Music - Great Music follows You Wherever You Go
November 16, 2009
Nokia mobiles have always stood synonymous to A-grade quality and high durability. Nokia is a brilliant brand that has added a large bunch of loyal customers to the queue.
This time Nokia has come up with an exciting musical addition with the name Nokia 5310. This Nokia mobile has surpassed all the previous Nokia mobile models and have set its own benchmark of quality, reliability and functionality standing among the present list of Nokia mobiles.
Nokia 5310 is stuffed with great attributes that makes first choice of all the high-tech mobile lovers. If you wish to have a stylish... (read more)
Author: Monty Alexander
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5. How to Get a Cash Advance Loan
November 16, 2009
A cash advance loan or payday loan is a great way to get the cash you need when you need it. How about that broken radiator, or trip to the emergency room? We have all been in a position at one time or another where an unexpected expense had popped up days or even a week before payday. When payday seems too far away, a cash advance loan is the perfect solution to get you the money you need to survive until your next paycheck arrives.
What you may be surprised to know is that getting a cash advance loan is easier than it has ever been. A simple online application eliminates the need to wa... (read more)
Author: Alexander Masselski
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6. Why Cameras are a Great Gift Idea
November 16, 2009
If a picture is worth a thousand words, than the camera that takes said photos is priceless. With the endless variety of digital cameras on the market right now, it is easy to find the perfect present for your loved one no matter what your budget is. A camera is timeless; it has been there to capture some of the best memories of our lives.
The camera makes our memories tangible by capturing the horribly embarrassing outfits your mother dressed you in when you were a child, your once in a lifetime trip to the worlds most exotic destinations, your graduation, the time you won that hot dog ... (read more)
Author: Alexander Masselski
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7. Las Vegas Tours
November 16, 2009
Las Vegas Tours Great Tours to take when visiting Las Vegas "Las Vegas has more to it than just drinking and gambling. Take an adventure outside of the city lights and enjoy the wonders that lay beyond the city borders." Las Vegas Grand Canyon Tours The Grand Canyon is one of the most popular destinations in the world. All year long, people travel from around the globe to stand on the edge of the massive crater and view with amazement what nature is responsible for. Since The Grand Canyon is in a league of its own, you cannot travel anywhere else in the world to f... (read more)
Author: Alexander Robinson III
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8. Nokia 5130 Xpress Music - Built for Smart Users
November 13, 2009
In this fast paced era, every person wishes to have all the high-tech possessions that boast of A-grade quality and superior functioning. It has become very important to remain connected with the world via a great mobile phone.
Many popular brands have come up with distinct models that have facilitated the mobile users with amazing web access facilities instilled in their mobiles but the need does not end here as people wish to have lots more than this. Helping them live better, Nokia has delivered variety of mobile phones to the users from which they can blindly pick Nokia 5130 Xpress... (read more)
Author: Monty Alexander
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