Alexander the Great. One of the most brilliant war strategists and a great leader. Other than a big ego many believed Alexander to be a genius (myself included) because of his accomplishments at such a young age. When Alexander’s Dad was assassinated Alexander decided to lead an attack on all of Persia. Out of all odds Alexander succeeded by going through Asia Minor, Egypt, Mesopotamia, then finally claimed victory at Gaugamela. As you can see Alexander was beyond great and all those pessimists out there, read my blog and prepare your mind to be blow. The “Great” in Alexander the Great is there for a reason, such as sacrificing for his army, spreading his religion, and war strategy.
1Mini Q background essay
Sacrifices can go a long way. They can also make a good impression. And if you believe that, then I think that your thoughts on Alexander are not much different than mine. When Alexander’s army was crossing a desert they went to look for water. Once they found a narrow gully with not much water they started to scoop some up for Alexander. Before they got to him they poured the water into a helmet and let Alexander drink it
But when Alexander gets it he pours it to the ground and it suddenly becomes fresh water for all the soldiers to drink.
This shows that Alexander was
- Caring
- Passionate
- Selfless
Which really signifies how great of a leader he is.
2The Campaigns of Alexander, circa 130 CE, Lucius Flavius Arrianus
People who spread their religion are people who care for their empire. Without Alexander the Great, many religions and dialects could have potentially not even have existed. He was so great at spreading his religion that Greek art and ritual influenced most directly Buddhism in India. People in Hindu Kush worship the same gods, and music and dances are similar. This is because after Alexander’s conquest, some of his army decided to stay where they were and took local woman. Eventually they spread the Greek religion. If that is not Great to you to you, what is.
3 Kasi Khushnawaz in The Footsteps of Alexander the Great by Michael Wood
We are finally burning some distance, the last reason on why Alexander truly deserves his title is war strategy. For Alexander to accomplish as much as he did, he would need to have war strategy. Luckily Alexander didn’t lack this. When fighting India, to get rid of the elephant threat, he used distractions to make elephants panic and box them in. He then surrounded them and won many 
battles using this strategy. He couldn’t have one this much of land if he didn’t
have a sharp mind. Source: https://www.whiteplainspublicschools.org/Page/18847
4The Campaigns of Alexander, circa 130 CE, Lucius Flavius Arrianus
If you are not satisfied with this information to prove Alexander was great, then you are on heck of a man to please. But if you are normal and finally agree with me, you can agree that Alexander the Great does deserve this title.
Well Alexander, I guess you are great after all
