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Explore the remarkable journey of Alexander the Great from 336 to 323 BC, detailing his consolidation of power in Greece with the destruction of Thebes, his bold conquests in Asia Minor highlighted by the Battle of Issus, and the subsequent campaigns in the Levant and Egypt, culminating in the pivotal visit to the oracle of Zeus-Ammon. Witness his strategic victory at Gaugamela, the capture of Persepolis, and the assassination of Darius III. Follow his further conquests in Central Asia and India, administrative endeavors, and ultimate death in Babylon, reflecting his vast empire's impact.
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Alexander’s Conquests 336-334 consolidation of power in Greece (Thebes destroyed) 334-333 conquest of Asia Minor to Battle of Issus 333-332 conquest of Levant and Egypt 331 visit to oracle of Zeus-Ammon; Battle of Gaugamela 330 capture and destruction of Persepolis; assassination of Darius III by Bessus 330-326 conquests in Central Asia and India 326-325 return to Mesopotamia 324-323 administrative activities; pursuit of imperial unity June, 323 death in Babylon