Alexander the Great

• Alexander's Life and Character 3 notes
  • Alexander's Youth and the Influence of Philip and Olympias
  • Alexander's Character, Beliefs and Persian Customs
  • Alexander's Relationships with his Companions

• Campaigns and Battles 4 notes
  • Motives and Evolving Aims of the Expedition
  • Major Battles: Granicus, Gaugamela, and the Persian Gates
  • Pursuit of Darius and the Indian Campaign
  • Foundation Cities and the Return Journey

• Significant Events 4 notes
  • The Assassination of Philip II
  • Major Battles: Granicus and Gaugamela
  • Imperial Policy: Persepolis and the Susa Marriages
  • Conflict and Final Days: The Murder of Cleitus and Alexander's Death

• The Macedonian Army 3 notes
  • Composition, Weapons and Armour of the Macedonian Army
  • Battle Tactics and Siege Warfare
  • Alexander’s Relationship with his Army

Appendix 5f Ancient Sources

• Arrian
• Other Literary Sources
• Archaeological Sources 2 notes
  • Visual Battle Narratives: The Alexander Mosaic and Sarcophagus
  • Documentary and Monetary Evidence: The Babylonian Diary and Coinage