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- Macedonian ruler Alexander the Great established an empire that spanned from the Balkans to present-day Pakistan.
- Abernethy went on to say that Alexander was inspirational and courageous.
- His capacity for big-picture thinking, planning, and strategy gave him the ability to fight too many battles even when he was outnumbered.
- The Granicus Battle was won by him in May 334 BC.
- The Battle of Issus was won by him on November 5, 333 BC.
- The Battle of Gaugamela was won by him on October 1, 331 BC.
- The Persian Gate Battle was won by him on January 20, 330 BC.
- Alexander had a clear vision.
- At the age of 20, Alexander succeeded his father, Philip II, as king.
- The greatest is regarded as Alexander the Great.