Alexander The Great : DId You Know ? - Part 2

This informative video delves into the captivating lives of Philip II of Macedon and his son, Alexander the Great. Philip, a resourceful leader, ascended the throne after a difficult beginning as a hostage. He transformed Macedonia into a powerful kingdom through military reforms with the phalanx and diplomatic mastery through alliances. His marriage to Olympias, a woman with a possible warrior background, produced the legendary Alexander.
Alexander the Great, cultivating an image as the son of Zeus, not only embraced mythology but also reportedly had a personal encounter with the god. He strategically blurred the lines between military strategy and religious devotion by consulting oracles and mystics before battles. Alexander's brilliance extended beyond the battlefield; he cleverly adopted local deities after conquering Egypt and throughout his vast empire, demonstrating religious tolerance or perhaps a shrewd move to integrate conquered populations.
The video explores the intriguing story of Alexander's mother, Olympias, including her possible upbringing influenced by warriors and her complex relationship with another wife of Philip. It also examines the life of Philip II, including his economic reforms with standardized coinage and his plans to invade Persia, which he left for Alexander to achieve. The program concludes by posing the question of whether Alexander ignored an oracle's cryptic warning, potentially contributing to his mysterious death.
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