334 B.C., Young Alexander sets out to conquer Persia (his father's [King Philip] plan)

Alexander was great at being a politician, general, and overall military genius (his father taught him well at a very young age)

Alexander invaded and conquered many lands: Anatolia, Egypt, Persia, etc.

He led his army to India and won many bloody battles

Alexander conquers Egypt (under Persian rule) and is seen as a liberator when he kicks out the vanquished Persian rulers

Like in other conquered lands, he is seen as a liberator (like in Persian-ruled Anatolia) and the people of Egypt crown him Pharaoh

Alexander was loved by people because he was tolerant of conquered peoples and their many different cultures and beliefs

Alexander is the founder of Alexandria (the first of many cities to have his name) in Egypt

Alexandria is a center for learning

Trade and culture are key in Alexandria, Egypt

It was one of the most important cities in all of the ancient world

Alexander defeats the Persians near Babylon (he controls all of the Persian Empire)

Alexander continues east to what is today India

He wins many battles, but his soldiers are homesick after 11 years away from home

Alexander wants to continue conquering, but gives in to his soldiers' wishes

Alexander was called "The Great" because his kingdom stretched for over 3,000 miles (from Europe to India)

The very long road back was filled with death (many soldiers died on their way back home)

Alexander, himself died (he became sick with fever) in 323 B.C.

Alexander lived to be 32 years old

His empire fell apart after his death (his generals fought each other for control)

Four kingdoms emerged: Egyptian, Macedonian, Pergamum, and Seleucid empires