Ancient Greece Declassified 38 Alexander the Great: Inherited Glory w/ Adrian Goldsworthy
Jun 18, 2021
Explore the debate on Alexander the Great's success - was it due to his own greatness or his father Philip II's influence? Military historian Adrian Goldsworthy offers insights. Delve into the enduring fascination with Alexander's conquests and his father's political savvy. Discover the evolution of warfare in the ancient Mediterranean and contemplate a hypothetical scenario of Alexander conquering Rome. Unravel the mythologized legacy of Alexander as a legendary hero.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Productivity and Passion for Historical Fiction Writing with Adrian Goldsworthy
02:46 • 2min
The Enduring Fascination with Alexander the Great
04:17 • 22min
Unveiling the Political Savvy and Strategic Brilliance of Philip, Father of Alexander
26:08 • 3min
Evolution of Warfare in Ancient Mediterranean
28:40 • 8min
Debate on Alexander the Great's Hypothetical Conquest of Rome
36:24 • 2min
Unraveling the Legacy of Alexander and Philip
38:32 • 18min
The Mythologized Legacy of Alexander the Great
56:50 • 5min