Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” This quote was once said by a historical figure in American society named John Quincy Adams. To be a leader, you need to prove you can be one and what better way than to have people back you up and follow you. Alexander the Great is a prime example of this leadership. He went to great lengths to change the Hellenistic world. From raising a country in to a dominant empire, Alexander ranks must supreme with his accomplishments. Although he has many accomplishments, some of his actions ended in failure and may cause his legacy to be debated. A good leader knows when to fight but also when to relinquish. Alexander was born in 356 in the empire of Macedonia. He was born into royalty having his father being King Phillip and Queen Olympias. King Phillip was a man of war. He led conquests into Greece defeating Athens at the Battle of Chaeronea (Spielvogel 90). Alexander, as a young boy, was born into a war state of mind. At a young age, King Phillip influenced Alexander in the arts of martial arts, fencing, riding and athletics. When off from war, King Phillip would take time to teach Alexander how to fight and different techniques (Lendering 1). Although alexander was learning about war and combat, Phillip wanted more for his son. Alexander began reading works by a Philosopher named Homer. He would relate himself to some of Homers hero’s and soon developed a competition to one named Achilles (Lendering 1). Although Alexander was reading, Phillip knew that would not be enough. King Phillip sent out for a man named Aristotle. Aristotle is to be considered one of the most influential philosophers of his time. Aristotle, from 343 B.C. to 340 B.C, was to be a tutor for Alexander (Lendering 1). Alexander showed a fascination in science and healing arts. He learned theology, metrology, philosophy, and physics (Yenne 16). Some historians today
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” This quote was once said by a historical figure in American society named John Quincy Adams. To be a leader, you need to prove you can be one and what better way than to have people back you up and follow you. Alexander the Great is a prime example of this leadership. He went to great lengths to change the Hellenistic world. From raising a country in to a dominant empire, Alexander ranks must supreme with his accomplishments. Although he has many accomplishments, some of his actions ended in failure and may cause his legacy to be debated. A good leader knows when to fight but also when to relinquish. Alexander was born in 356 in the empire of Macedonia. He was born into royalty having his father being King Phillip and Queen Olympias. King Phillip was a man of war. He led conquests into Greece defeating Athens at the Battle of Chaeronea (Spielvogel 90). Alexander, as a young boy, was born into a war state of mind. At a young age, King Phillip influenced Alexander in the arts of martial arts, fencing, riding and athletics. When off from war, King Phillip would take time to teach Alexander how to fight and different techniques (Lendering 1). Although alexander was learning about war and combat, Phillip wanted more for his son. Alexander began reading works by a Philosopher named Homer. He would relate himself to some of Homers hero’s and soon developed a competition to one named Achilles (Lendering 1). Although Alexander was reading, Phillip knew that would not be enough. King Phillip sent out for a man named Aristotle. Aristotle is to be considered one of the most influential philosophers of his time. Aristotle, from 343 B.C. to 340 B.C, was to be a tutor for Alexander (Lendering 1). Alexander showed a fascination in science and healing arts. He learned theology, metrology, philosophy, and physics (Yenne 16). Some historians today