The Battle of Issus, fought in 333 BCE, marked a decisive clash between Alexander the Great and Darius III of Persia, shaping the course of history. Following his conquest of the Persian territories, Darius sought to reclaim his authority and confronted Alexander in a narrow coastal plain near modern-day Turkey. Despite being outnumbered, Alexander showcased his tactical prowess. He exploited the terrain to neutralize the larger Persian army's advantages, executing a bold flanking maneuver that

562K views · 4.5K reactions | Battle of Gaugamela (331 BC) Location: Near modern-day Mosul, Iraq Fought between: Alexander the Great of Macedonia and Darius III of the Persian Empire Outcome: Decisive victory for Alexander the Great, leading to the fall of the Persian Empire #AlexanderGreat #darius #macedonia #history #persianempire @sıkı hayranlar | History Arena | Facebook

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The Tomb of Darius I, carved into a cliff at Naqsh-e Rostam in Iran, is a powerful symbol of the ancient Persian Empire. Darius stands on a platform supported by the nations he ruled, with Ahura Mazda above him, showing his divine authority. Inscriptions share his values and the vast reach of his empire. #iran | The Bearded Backpacker