Alexander The Great
Dan Snow's History Hit
The Rise of Alexander and the Decline of Sparta
This chapter discusses the historical context surrounding Alexander the Great's birth and the state of Greece at that time. It mentions the Persian Empire as the dominant force in the region and the kingdom of Macedon, where Alexander was born. It also touches on the decline of Sparta's hegemony and the rise of Thebes as a significant power in Greece. The chapter concludes with the mention of Alexander eventually destroying Thebes.
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