The Life of Alexander (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Flashcards
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When was Alexander born?
When was Alexander born?
356 BC
Macedonian capital where Alexander was born
Macedonian capital where Alexander was born
Pella
Philosopher who tutored Alexander
Philosopher who tutored Alexander
Aristotle
Horse Alexander tamed at age 12
Horse Alexander tamed at age 12
Bucephalus
When did Alexander become king?
When did Alexander become king?
336 BC
Alexander's age when he became king
Alexander's age when he became king
20 years old
Year of Battle of Granicus
Year of Battle of Granicus
334 BC
Year of Battle of Issus
Year of Battle of Issus
333 BC
Persian king Alexander faced at Issus
Persian king Alexander faced at Issus
King Darius III
Year of Battle of Gaugamela
Year of Battle of Gaugamela
331 BC
Year and place of Alexander's death
Year and place of Alexander's death
323 BC in Babylon
Alexander's age at death
Alexander's age at death
32 years old
Long spears used by phalanx infantry
Long spears used by phalanx infantry
Sarissas
Alexander's elite heavy cavalry unit
Alexander's elite heavy cavalry unit
Companion Cavalry
Geographic extent of Alexander's empire
Geographic extent of Alexander's empire
Greece to India