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The Greatest General in History? Alexander the Great Explained
Dr. Joseph Manning is a renowned Professor of History at Yale University and today we explore the life and legacy of one of history’s most legendary figures—Alexander the Great. From the complexities of Alexander’s military genius, to his empire that stretched from Greece to India and even reveal the TRUTH about the myths that surround one of the most influential figures in world history. WELCOME TO CAMP!
Shout out to our sponsors MDhair, Morgan &Morgan and Bluechew:
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TIMECODES
0:00 Intro
1:04 Who Is Alexander The Great?
8:00 Alexander’s Family + Early Life
13:02 Alexander’s War Logistics + Aristotle
17:49 Belief In Homer’s Myths + Plutarch
20:23 Alexander’s Campaign
26:57 The Formation of Alexandria
31:22 Life After Egypt + Persian Empire
34:44 Alexander’s Reason For Persian Invasion
39:05 Persian Battles + Alexander’s Speech
46:15 Journey Before His Death
48:15 Alexander’s Death
50:45 Gold Medal Depression
52:02 Was Alexander Gay?
55:00 Alexander’s Influence + Pyrruhs
58:27 War Elephants
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By Mark Gagnon
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Dr. Joseph Manning is a renowned Professor of History at Yale University and today we explore the life and legacy of one of history’s most legendary figures—Alexander the Great. From the complexities of Alexander’s military genius, to his empire that stretched from Greece to India and even reveal the TRUTH about the myths that surround one of the most influential figures in world history. WELCOME TO CAMP!
Shout out to our sponsors MDhair, Morgan &Morgan and Bluechew:
MDhair: Customize your hair growth treatment with MDhair! Visit https://bit.ly/camp-mdhair and use my promo code 'CAMPG70' to get your first month of customized products at 70% OFF
TIMECODES
0:00 Intro
1:04 Who Is Alexander The Great?
8:00 Alexander’s Family + Early Life
13:02 Alexander’s War Logistics + Aristotle
17:49 Belief In Homer’s Myths + Plutarch
20:23 Alexander’s Campaign
26:57 The Formation of Alexandria
31:22 Life After Egypt + Persian Empire
34:44 Alexander’s Reason For Persian Invasion
39:05 Persian Battles + Alexander’s Speech
46:15 Journey Before His Death
48:15 Alexander’s Death
50:45 Gold Medal Depression
52:02 Was Alexander Gay?
55:00 Alexander’s Influence + Pyrruhs
58:27 War Elephants
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