A Storm of Terrors: Alexander the Great at Halicarnassus

•December 26, 2015 • Be the First to Comment

When the besieged Persians at Halicarnassus launched a surprise assault on Alexander the Great, he got much-needed help from an unexpected corner. More »

The Battle of Gaugamela: Alexander the Great vs. Darius III

•October 8, 2015 • Be the First to Comment

Alexander the Great faced a formidable Darius III at the Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC. More »

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A Storm of Terrors: Alexander the Great at Halicarnassus

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