Introduction Alexander III, more commonly known as Alexander the Great, was one of the greatest military leaders in world history. He was born in Pella, Macedonia, then a Greek nation. The exact date of his birth is uncertain, but was probably either July 20 or 26, 356 B.C. Alexander was considered a child from his birth until 341 B.C. His princehood lasted from 340 to 336 B.C. In 336 B.C. Philip II, his father, was assassinated, thus making …showed first 75 words of 17500 total…

…showed last 75 words of 17500 total…the sun. They also knew that the sun was much bigger than the earth. Rapid progress in astronomy was made. Alexander even influenced art. Because he conquered India, Hellenic architecture was adapted to Indian Buildings and statues. Early Christian art also had a Hellenic style. Even in Turkestan and China, where Alexander had not conquered, the statues of Buddha were modified by the gracious style of Greek art. Alexander was a remarkable and influential ruler.