Pint-Sized History

Alexander the Great (Part 2 of 2)


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PINT-SIZED HISTORY ARE CONQUERING PERSIA (and a lot of the rest of Asia) in Part Two of this two-part series, about arguably the greatest military leader in history, Alexander the Great.


He's great for a reason and Zack and Joe peel back the layers of myth and reality surrounding the young Macedonian king who reshaped the ancient world before his 30th birthday.


Get ready for an enthralling journey through Alexander’s later years - As he embarks on his epic campaign to dethrone King Darius III and conquer the Persian Empire.


He'll travel from Iraq to India and Egypt to Armenia as he battles his way to glory. We also cover his downfall and how he marched the Greek armies to exhaustion, eventually culminating in his early death before cementing his legendary rule as the second King of Kings.


Joe regales with his captivating storytelling and fascinating details, while Zack chimes in with pointless analogies to keep things lively.


Together, they discuss how this young King seized the world through an immense period of territorial change.


Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about the man who dared to call himself “Great,” this episode is a must-listen!


🔥 So grab your favorite drink, hit play, and dive into the extraordinary world of Alexander the Great with Pint-Sized History.


🎵 A big shoutout to @bigshortage for our unforgettable opening jingle!

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