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Alexander the Great Conquers Egypt

Alexander the Great, born in Macedonia on July 20/21, 356 BCE, was the son of the King of Macedonia and an iconic figure in history. He conquered vast territories, including Egypt, Persia, and India, reshaping the ancient world. His conquest of Egypt in 332 BC is a significant milestone, where he founded the city of Alexandria. Alexander's military prowess was honed under the tutelage of Aristotle in Macedonia, and his understanding and appreciation for Greek culture played a pivotal role in his campaigns.

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Alexander the Great Conquers Egypt

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  1. Alexander the Great Conquers Egypt By : Layan Suleiman 6C

  2. Who is Alexander the Great? • He is a prince, the son of the king of Macedonia. • Born in Macedonia on 20/21 July 356 BCE. • Died in 323 BC. • He spoke Greek knew Greek history and he loved Greek culture so much when he isn’t Greek.

  3. What countries did Alexander Conquer? • Egypt • Persia (Iran) • India • Greece

  4. Why did Alexander the Great conquer Egypt? • When he won the battle for the city of Gordium (Turkey) and solved the Gordian Knot. A legend foretold that who ever solved the Gordian Knot would rule all Asia.

  5. When did he conquer Egypt? • In 332 BC • Also called one of the cities Alexandria after him.

  6. Where did he learn to Fight? • In Macedonia. • From his tutor Aristotle.

  7. Bibliography • http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Which_all_countries_were_conquered_by_Alexander_the_great#ixzz1aeqAPZBa • http://greece.mrdonn.org/alexander.html • http://www.kidspast.com/world-history/0074-alexander-the-great.php • http://www.interesting.com/stories/alexander/ • http://www.kidspast.com/world-history/0077-etruscan-rulers.php

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