Persian Empire
Ancient Greece
The Siwa Oracle Alexander the Great Visited in Egypt
After Alexander the Great added Egypt to his conquests, he went on a long, perilous journey to meet the ancient Siwa Oracle where he received a mysterious message.
By 332 BC when the young king had already conquered vast swathes...
Ancient Greece
Netflix Reveals Alexander the Great Series Release Date
The wait for Netflix’s new Alexander the Great series is almost over! According to the streaming platform's official announcement, "ALEXANDER: THE MAKING OF A GOD" will premiere on January 31, 2024.
The series will consist of six episodes. Tony Mitchell, who...
Ancient Greece
The Training of Alexander the Great’s Macedonian Army
The Macedonian army of King Philip II and Alexander the Great was renowned for its success in taking over the Persian empire
Ancient Greece
Battle of Gaugamela: When Alexander the Great Conquered Persia
On October 1, 331 BC, Alexander the Great's army defeated the Persian army led by Darius III at the Battle of Gaugamela to complete the conquest of the mighty Persian Empire.
It was an extraordinary victory achieved against a larger...
Ancient Greece
When Alexander the Great Conquered Babylon
The glorious entrance of Alexander the Great in Babylon as conqueror and savior was the culmination of his great achievements