Alexander the Great
16 articles tagged with "Alexander the Great"
Chandragupta Maurya: The Founder of an Empire
Explore Chandragupta Maurya's rise to power, forming the Mauryan Empire through military might and diplomatic skills in 321 BC.
Alexander's Invasion of India: The Limits of Knowledge
Explore Alexander's invasion of India in 326 BCE, revealing limited Greek knowledge beyond Persia and its impact on local politics.
Hellenistic Eclecticism and Cosmopolitanism
Explore the blending of Greek and Eastern cultures during the Hellenistic era, marked by eclecticism, cosmopolitanism, and significant intellectual developments.
Hellenistic Urban Development and Cultural Exchange
Explore Hellenistic urban development's impact on cultural exchange and economic prosperity in the eastern Mediterranean, from 323 to 31 BCE.
Economic Growth and Instability During the Hellenistic Period
Explore economic growth and instability during the Hellenistic period marked by Alexander's conquests and bullion-driven inflation.
The Spread of Greek Civilization in the Near East under the Seleucids
Explore how the Seleucids spread Greek culture through city-building, integrating Hellenistic influences with local traditions.
The Successor Kingdoms After Alexander's Death
Explore the division of Alexander's empire into Hellenistic successor states, leading to centuries of cultural exchange and political fragmentation.
The Hellenistic World: Cultural Interplay After Alexander's Empire
Explore the Hellenistic period after Alexander’s death, where Greek culture blended with local traditions across vast territories, fostering a unique cultural synthesis.
Alexander's Empire: Unity and Fragmentation
Explore Alexander's conquests and the challenges in uniting diverse cultures post-323 BCE.
Alexander the Great: A Study in Conquest and Empire
Explore Alexander the Great's conquests, blending Greek culture with Eastern traditions through strategic brilliance and personal ambition.
Alexander the Greats Conquests
Explore Alexander the Great's conquests from Greece to India, reshaping politics and culture in ancient history.
Alexander the Great's Conquest: From Greece to Persia
Explore Alexander the Great's conquest from Greece to Persia, highlighting military strategy, cultural exchange, and political legacy.
The Decline of Greek City-States and Rise of Macedonian Hegemony
Explore the decline of ancient Greek city-states and rise of Macedonian dominance under Philip II and Alexander the Great, reshaping political landscapes.
Greek Independence and Macedonian Dominance: 4th Century BCE
Explore how Macedon under Philip II established dominance over Greece in the 4th century BCE, leading to the decline of city-state autonomy and the formation of the League of Corinth.
Macedonian Ascendancy: The Rise of Alexander the Great and Hellenistic Civilization
Explore the rise of Macedon and Alexander the Great's conquests transforming Greek culture into a dominant force across vast empires.
The Enduring Legacy and Spread of Classical Greek Art and Literature
Explore how classical Greek art and literature evolved after city-states declined, spreading through Macedonian conquests.