Progress is the advancement or movement toward a goal, or to a further or higher state. This is a principle that Alexander of Macedon applied to his age of reign. Alexander of Macedon is commonly referred to as Alexander the Great. He is considered one of the most successful military commanders in history. He was born in 356 and reigned from 336 - 323 B.C.E, succeeding his father, King Philip 2nd of Macedon. Alexander inherited Philip's goal to invade Persia and gain expansion. He showed progress through this expansion of his empire and conquering the different lands to create a more beneficial and superior civilization than the one he succeeded. Alexander's empire reached from Macedonia to the Indus River entering Punjab. Alexander proclaimed himself as a king and a son of Zeus, as the manifestation of the Egyptian, Ammon. He became an inspiration for conquerors after him, such as Napoleon, Pompey, Caesar, and Hannibal. Alexander's contributions made a profound impact on world......
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