Alexander "The Great" (356 - 323 B. C.) King of Acquisitions and Mergers His Childhood Alexander was born in 356 B.C. His father was, Philip, the King of Macedonia and his mother was Olympias, daughter of King Neoptolemus I of Epirus (Albania). Philip was very proud of his son Alexander, but they had a very stormy relationship. Philips multiple marriages took a toll on Alexander. Olympias was very jealous and spiteful towards Philip's "lesser" wives. Alexander had …showed first 75 words of 922 total…

…showed last 75 words of 922 total…ruled with the people, not over them.  He was extremely loyal to his friends Discussion Questions: 1. Why was Alexander such a "great" leader? 2. Did Alexander have any weaknesses as a leader? If so what were they? 3. Was the unity of Alexander's empire destined to fail after his death? How could he have ensured the survival of this unity? 4. Can you think of some modern-day examples of leaders that have similar characteristics to Alexander the Great?