
Ep 166: Rachel Kousser on Alexander the Great
School of War
Alexander's Conquests: From Greece to Persia
This chapter examines the vital events after Alexander the Great's conquest of Persia, focusing on his swift military achievements and strategic decisions that shaped his rise to power. Highlighting his pivotal choices at key moments, such as the burning of Persepolis, it reveals the complexities of Greco-Persian relations and Alexander's ambitions for expansive empire-building.
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