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What was the main motivating message Alexander delivered to his soldiers?
What was the main motivating message Alexander delivered to his soldiers?
How did Alexander view the comparison between his soldiers and the Persians?
How did Alexander view the comparison between his soldiers and the Persians?
What did Darius hope to achieve by crossing the river Stranga quickly?
What did Darius hope to achieve by crossing the river Stranga quickly?
What scene from the battlefield is described during the melee?
What scene from the battlefield is described during the melee?
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What tactic did Darius inadvertently use when he attempted to escape the battlefield?
What tactic did Darius inadvertently use when he attempted to escape the battlefield?
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Study Notes
Alexander's Speech
- Alexander addresses his outnumbered Greek army
- Encourages them by highlighting their superior intelligence, bravery, and strength in comparison to the numerical strength of their Persian opponents
- He uses analogies such as the flies and wasps to illustrate his point, claiming that superior intelligence trumps sheer numbers
- The speech boosts the morale of the Greek army
Battle of the Stranga
- The Macedonians under Alexander are faced with a significantly larger Persian force led by Darius
- Darius attempts a surprise attack, hoping to overwhelm the Macedonians
- The Persian army is described as well-equipped, with chariots, scythe-armed chariots, and various lethal weapons
- Despite Darius's attempt to ambush the Macedonians, Alexander leads his troops successfully
- The battle is fierce, resulting in many casualties on both sides
- The Persians ultimately suffer a heavy defeat
- Darius's attempt to escape by crossing the frozen Stranga river ends tragically as the ice collapses under the weight of the fleeing Persian troops
- Darius, however, survives and escapes to his palace, lamenting his loss and the destruction of Persia
- He reflects on the unpredictable nature of fate, highlighting the potential for both exaltation and downfall
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Description
This quiz explores Alexander's motivational speech to his Greek army before the Battle of the Stranga, where he emphasizes intelligence over numbers. It discusses the confrontation with Darius's larger Persian force and how Alexander's leadership leads to a pivotal victory despite heavy casualties. Test your knowledge of this historical event and its significance!
