Alexander the Great was born in 356 BCE as the son of King Philip II of Macedonia. Educated by Aristotle, Alexander demonstrated exceptional military and political skills from a young age. After his father’s assassination, he became King of Macedonia in 336 BCE. In 334 BCE, Alexander launched a campaign against the Persian Empire, winning major battles at Granicus, Issus, and Gaugamela. He defeated King Darius III and conquered the Persian Empire, expanding his territories as far as India...
