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Alexander the Great's Leadership
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 a half-sister named Cleopatra (not the famous Egyptian Queen) and a …showed first 85 words of 970 total…
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…showed last 85 words of 970 total…the known world in a hand full of years.
He 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?
