...The Legacy of Alexander the Great Alexander the Great came to power when he was just twenty years old. One vital part of Alexanders legacy was the spread of Hellenism across his widely spread empire. His reign lasted from 336 to 323 B.C. After the father of his death is when he gained his power. He went on to conquer Persia and Egypt, he had expanded his kingdom from the Mediterranean to India. His reign ended at the age of 32 when he was killed by an unknown illness. Alexander’s legacy was marked by the cities he founded, the new roles he created for women, new schools of philosophy, and his well-known advancements in math and science. Alexander the Great founded 24 cities in his short lived reign of power. His most recognized city is Alexandria in Egypt. Alexandria was founded in 331 B.C. and quickly grew to be one of the greatest cities of the Hellenistic world. Rome was slightly more superior to Alexandria in size and wealth. The cities were based off of a grid plan which creates easy access to the cities. All Greek cities had 5 essentials a theatre, being the most important of the city, a temple, a gymnasium, a marketplace (Agora), and a mall. Alexander the Great had finally managed to give power to women. In most early civilizations women had...
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...ages of antiquity and to the present, Alexander is described as a military genius. His accomplishments in the art of war were and still are astounding. Hannibal, Caesar, Frederick, and Napoleon studied his military methods thoroughly and all admitted that without the knowledge they gained from Alexander the Great they would have never been able to accomplish what they did. From one great leader, Napoleon, we hear, “Make offensive war like Alexander, Hannibal, Caesar … read and re-read the history of their campaigns. Model yourself on them … that is the only way to become a great captain.” Invariable were his countless successes, whether he fought against disciplined, highly trained troops or guerilla bands of wild hill tribes, on plains or on mountains, deserts, ravines, marshes or rivers, winter snow or burning sun; weather and darkness were not obstacles. Alexander never wasted time. He always arrived before his enemies expected. His men followed him for more than 21,000 miles because they believed he had their best interests in mind. They always counted on him to lead them to victory after victory and he never failed. There are many reasons that have been presented of how and why Alexander won every one of his battles. He would achieve his victories by first investigating the land where he wished to advance upon. In order to be sure of the safety of himself and his army he would often explore alone over dangerous terrain. In order for men to respect and follow to the ends of...
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...Alexander the Civilizer or Alexander the Tyrant? THESIS: Alexander the Great was only 20 years old when he became king in 336, BC and, thanks to his father Philip II and to his education under Aristotle, he was a very competent and able commander. He learned early how to ride a horse, use weapons and command troops. He conquered the Greeks and then led them into battle against the Persians. He liberated Egypt. He then defeated Persia and marched his troops across Iran and Afghanistan, and could go no further because he got sick and died. According to most accounts, he was intelligent, handsome, and a successful military leader, one who cared about his men and paid attention to even the lowest soldier. He respected his enemies by giving them glorious funerals (Darius of Persia) and/or awarding them large expanses of territory after defeating them (King Porus of Paurava). He is credited with playing a huge part in the spread of Greek culture into all the regions he conquered, leading to a flourishing of trade, cultural diversity, art and architecture, education, philosophy, math and science up until the rise of the Roman Empire. By some accounts his quests reached as far north as the Arctic Ocean and as far east as China and he died at the age of 33. Despite all of his accomplishments, both contemporary historians and historians through the ages have seen Alexander in a different light. In this light, Alexander's military prowess were only possible due to the actions...
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...Over the course of American history, many men have shaped our nation in different and important ways. Alexander Hamilton is a vital figure in our history because he changed our financial system and helped change the way we run our country. Hamilton’s importance is through his writings, impact on the national banking systems, and his influence on Washington in the cabinet. These events changed the course of American history forever. When America was still in its early years, Alexander Hamilton began to write while he was practicing law. He mainly argued on the topic of strong central government, opposing the Articles of Confederation. Hamilton also was involved in writing the Federalist Papers, which constituted of eighty-five essays, fifty-one of which he wrote. “Hamilton wrote at least two-thirds of the essays, including some of the most important ones that interpreted the Constitution.... [The Federalist Papers] were widely read, had a great influence on contemporaries, became one of the classics of political literature, and helped...
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...Alexander the great can be described in so many different ways. Some see him as an icon because he shaped history in such a short period of time. Not all see him from that viewpoint some may see him in a not so legendary or a highly praised role. Either way alexander the great has shaped history and will be remembered for times to come for what he has accomplished and how he lived his life. He was a great conqueror and his impression was pretty great on every one and all peoples or nations. They say his greatest work was not how he won the empires through fighting, but how he developed the Greek civilization into a worldwide civilization. This is how his influence has affected history from then onto our time. They say that in many respects...
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...“The leader of men in warfare can show himself to his followers only through a mask, a mask that he must make for himself, but a mask made I such form as will mark him to men of his time and place as the leader they want and need.” John Keegan, “The mask of command” The book “The mask of command” by John Keegan is one of the greatest collection about leaders separated in time and history space, and analyzing technical aspect of warfare of particular historical time related to Alexander the Great, Arthur Wellesley, U.S. Grant, and Adolph Hitler. The mask of command is a work based on facts, real events, real people, character description, styles, and places separated into four chapters and conclusion. The first chapter, “Alexander the Great and Heroic Leadership”, describe the life, personality and its achievements. Alexander, son of Philip II of Macedon would become known worldwide as founder of Hellenistic world and the most famous general of antiquity what no other could be before or since. The second chapter, “Wellington: the Anti-Hero” examine Wellington’s military career in Britain during the period of his exile in India to its peak of career the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo. Moreover, John Keegan talk over Wellington’s numerous rewards and later achievements as Prime Minister of Britain. The third chapter, “Grant and Unheroic Leadership” is focused on military growth of Civil War General Ulysses S. Grant starting with the period of being solder to obtaining the position...
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...During the life of the United States, there have lived countless men that have changed the world one event at a time. During an incredible time for trade, growth and development, the United States faced a new benchmark for success and growth within the country - this was the Second Industrial Revolution. Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, and Alexander Graham Bell revolutionized the United States individually with their self propelled contributions; they represented the epitome of individual prosperity and national growth. Andrew Carnegie’s fortune under current inflation rates would equate to nearly 12 times as much as Bill Gates’ worth. Carnegie was born poor, and moved to the United States as a Scottish immigrant looking for a better future and life. Ultimately, not only did he find a better life, but nearly infinite success during the second revolution. For Carnegie, he founded one of the most expansive and lucrative industries in this time, and even today, a steel company. Humbly, Carnegie started work as a factory worker, however over time, he was able to climb the ranks, eventually earning enough to found the Pittsburgh Steel Company. This company alone, settled Carnegie with a substantial fortune, however given his entrepreneurial mindset, he pushed forward and was able to thrive with philanthropy. Carnegie's influence during this time really shines when he is noted for combining many smaller steel companies, and his own to form U.S. Steel. This company was responsible...
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...children to cope with. Researchers have linked dissolution, and divorce to the children following in the footsteps of their parents, who are most likely to experience a dissolution or divorce in their lifetime (“Intergenerational Transmission”, 2003). Parents who have multiple marriages also increase the chances of their children as adults have multiple marriages (“Intergenerational Transmission”, 2003). Parents having multiple marriages produces negative effects on their children, which may lead the children to having unstable marriages that do not last as long as the marriages of individuals in which their parents did not divorce (“Intergenerational Transmission”, 2003). Adults may emphasize the importance of family values, but if the values are not portrayed with high importance, the children will not think of the values as being as important as they should. Intergenerational...
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...Alexander Hamilton thought there should be a strong federal government because he believed it would benefit the newly formed American nation. He took a stand for a strong central government by writing 51 of the 85 Federalist Papers, persuading the American people to ratify the Constitution. Alexander Hamilton was illegitimately born to James Hamilton and Rachel Faucette in Charlestown, Nevis. His father left and shortly after his mother passed away from a fever, leaving him and his brother, James, as orphans. When he was older he became an accounting clerk in St.Croix, where he was exposed to the business of money and trade. He was sent to America for education after publishing his eloquently written account of a hurricane that hit the island in 1772. He studied at King’s College, but graduated early to join the patriots in their protest against British-imposed taxes and commercial business regulations. The Anti Federalists were the group that opposed the ideas of the proposed constitution and favored the Articles...
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...In American history, Alexander Hamilton emerged as a pivotal figure, contributing profoundly to the nation’s quest for independence. Transitioning from a humble immigrant’s early challenges in the Caribbean to the strategic battlegrounds of the Continental Army, Alexander Hamilton’s journey encapsulates the essence of the American narrative. This evolution lays the groundwork for comprehending the diverse contributions of a man whose impact reverberates in the foundation of the United States. Alexander Hamilton, a pivotal figure in the American struggle for independence, not only navigated significant challenges but also served as a compelling exemplar, inspiring others to join the movement for freedom. Alexander Hamilton, a central figure...
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...southern elites, like Landon Carter, have lived with slaves their whole life and knew nothing immoral about it. In fact, numerous men like Carter thought the black race to be inferior and it was the duty...
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...University of Phoenix Material Influences on the Constitution Table Write one or two paragraphs in each section. Include citations for your sources. |Documents |Summary |What was its influence on the Constitution? | |Magna Carta |The Magna Carta was signed between the Barons of Medieval England and King John. The |The Magna Carta established the right of due process and provided a basis of higher law that could not | | |Great Charter was signed at Runnymeade near the Windsor Castle and was an attempt by |be altered by executive mandate or legislative acts ("Magna Carta: Cornerstone Of The U.s. | | |the Barons to prohibit the King from abusing his power over the people ("Magna |Constitution", n.d.). | | |Carta", 2000-2012).. | | | |The Magna Carta consists of 63 clauses, many of the clauses address the English legal |Magna Carta: Cornerstone of the U.S. Constitution. (n.d.). Retrieved from | | |system. It states that every man shall...
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...Senate’s right to be consulted on foreign policies, as well as the consideration that this proclamation could in effect draw the nation into a war without the consent of Congress. (Catanzaro 1992, 442) Alexander Hamilton and his Federalists saw the importance of the president and his role in the sphere of foreign affairs. In was in fact not the necessary importance of neutrality, but Hamilton’s desire to use it to broaden executive...
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..."I wished to found a European system, a European Code of Laws, a European judiciary: there would be but one people in Europe," declared Napoleon nearly 200 years before Europe finally unifies under the new currency of the European Union. The dream of a strong Europe in which the French, Spanish, Italians, and Germans coexist peacefully as a single united body is being realized today, but it is a dream that was held by Napoleon, based on his vast knowledge of history, and hoped for by many great men after him. Finally at the end of this century this dream is beginning to become a reality. The Grand Empire of Napoleon replaced the ailing Holy Roman Empire which was basically a continuation of the ancient Roman Empire. Napoleon had crowned...
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...ALEXANDER THE GREAT: HERO, HUMANITARIAN, OR MANIAC? INTRODUCTION Alexander the Great is by all historical accounts one of the most influential figures of history. He was the son of Philip II, the King of Macedon who conquered Greece in 338 B.C. but was assassinated soon thereafter. Alexander thus became king at the age of seventeen (in 336 B.C. ), and at the age of twenty he set off to conquer the known world. In a series of lightning campaigns he conquered the Persian Empire that had until then been invincible, and in a certain sense he avenged Greece for the earlier Persian Wars. He marched through Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Persia, conquering all before him. In monumental battles he defeated the Persians at Granicus (334 B.C.), Issus (333 B.c.), and Gaugamela (331 B.c.). He drove his soldiers on, crossing the mountains and deserts of central Asia, until he reached the borders of India (326 B.C.). There he finally turned back, retreating to Babylon, where he established his court. At Babylon he fell sick and suddenly died, at only thirty-two years of age (323 B.c.). Alexander hardly had time to organize his new empire, and this makes it all but impossible to know how he would have been as a ruler, instead of a conqueror. After his death, Alexander's empire fell apart and was ruled by his successors, Macedonian generals who became kings of independent areas. Most of these rulers continued Alexander's policies of toleration and cultural integration. Alexander's...
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