Tuesday 20 July 2010

On This Day...


The 20th or 21st of July 356BC is usually taken as the birthdate of Alexander III of Macedon, commonly known as Alexander the Great.
After succeeding his father Philip II to the throne, he earned the name 'The Great' by creating one of the largest ancient empires, and leading an 'undefeated' army.

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