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
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Foreword The Army is the primary landpower arm of our Nation’s Armed Forces. It exists to serve the American people, protect enduring national interests, and fulfill the Nation’s military responsibilities. FM 1 is one of the Army’s two capstone field manuals. It contains our vision for the Army. While the entire manual is important, I would direct your attention to four particular items. FM 1 establishes the fundamental principles for employing landpower. The most important of these are the Army’s
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project requirements”. In the course outline we make the following statements with regard to what this course promises you engineering students. In the engineering environment, Project Management can be practiced either a stand-alone professional discipline or as an integral part of the delivery mechanism for engineering services. Either way, all engineers need a thorough understanding of Project Management theory, principles, practices, tools and techniques. This course has been structured to stimulate
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Army Regulation 600–20 Personnel–General Army Command Policy Headquarters Department of the Army Washington, DC 6 November 2014 UNCLASSIFIED SUMMARY of CHANGE AR 600–20 Army Command Policy This administrative revision, dated 6 November 2014-o Updates Equal Opportunity Policy (paras 6-2c(8)(c) and 6-2c(8)(f)). This administrative revision, dated 30 October 2014o Updates summary of change bullet (para 2-8b). o Makes administrative changes (throughout). This
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CSS 105 COURSE GUIDE COURSE GUIDE CSS105 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCE Course Developer Dr. Derin K. Ologbenla University Of Lagos Akoka – Lagos. Dr. Derin K. Ologbenla Course Writer University Of Lagos Akoka – Lagos. Course Co-ordinator Dr. Godwin Ifidon Oyakhiromen National Open University of Nigeria Lagos. NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA ii CSS 105 COURSE GUIDE National Open University of Nigeria Headquarters 14/16 Ahmadu Bello Way Victoria Island Lagos
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that can help us work more effectively today? (Please be prepared to share your responses to questions #3 and #4 in both a small group setting and with the entire class.) In his life of Alexander the Great, Plutarch reminds his readers that he is as interested in character as he is in history. "The most glorious exploits do not always furnish us with the clearest discoveries of virtue or vice in men," he notes. "Sometimes a matter of less moment, an expression or a jest, informs us better of their
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effectively. An effective leader is an inspiring person who focuses strategically (Richmond, 2011), analyze problems and honor customer commitments on time. Many people believe that leaders are born to be strong and influential. Good leaders are made, not born. However, anyone can be a strong leader as long as determination, open-mindedness, and optimism are learned and developed. If you have the desire and willpower, you can become an effective leader. Good leaders develop through a never ending
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Commander’s and First Sergeant’s Quick Reference Guide to Army Regulations December 2011 (Version 2) CPT Joe Byerly Joe.byerly@us.army.mil CPT Michael Shepard michael.j.shepard@us.army.mil 1 Commander’s and First Sergeant’s Quick Reference Guide to Army Regulations Chapter 1 Table of Contents 1. PURPOSE ........................................................................................................................................................... 5 1.1 General ........
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conflicts. Finally, the fallout of the First Persian Gulf War between Iraq and Iran had strained the relationship between Baghdad and Kuwait. Iraq at first invaded Iran by Saddam’s will, but the war lead to a bloody form of trench warfare, and Saddam’s army was soon held off and pushed back into Iraq. Many Arab countries including Kuwait supported Saddam’s attempts fearful that his defeat in the war will
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Administration (UCEA) will be essential in order for us to meet our educational objectives. UCEA membership is necessary because it allows both public and private colleges and universities. It has a commitment towards professional education. Council member institutions may provide post baccalaureate level education to degree seeking student’s assistance seeking professional credentials. The overall goal of UCEA is to improve the preparation of educational leaders and to promote the development of knowledge
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