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 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Alexander IV of Macedon
Alexander IV was born in the last months of the year 323 BC, or the beginning of 322 BC.
Alexander was the son of King Philip II of Macedon and of Epirote princess Olympias.
Alexander was the son of Philip II, king of Macedonia, and Olympias a princess of Epirus.
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 NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Constantine I of Greece
George I (December 24, 1845 – March 18, 1913) was King of the Hellenes (Greece) from 1863 to 1913 He was born in Copenhagen, the second son of King Christian IX of Denmark and the brother of Alexandra of Denmark (consort of King Edward VII of the United Kingdom).
Prince Nicolas of Greece and Denmark Prince Nicholas of Greece and Denmark (1872-1938), of the House of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg, was the third son of George I (1845-1913), King of the Hellenes, and of Grand Duchess Olga Konstantinova (1851-1926) of Russia.
Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark (January 20, 1882 - December 3, 1944), of the House of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg, was the son of George I (1845-1913), King of the Hellenes, and of Grand Duchess Olga Konstantinova (1851-1926) of Russia.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Constantine-I-of-Greece   (2783 words)

  
 Alexander
Alexander's army crossed the Cilician Gates, met and defeated the main Persian army under the command of Darius III at the Battle of Issus in 333 BC.
Alexander fought an epic battle against Porus, a ruler of a region in the Punjab in the Battle of Hydaspes in (326 BC).
Alexander was often identified in Persian and Arabic-language sources as Dhul-Qarnayn, Arabic for the "Two-Horned One", possibly a reference to the appearance of a horn-headed figure that appears on coins minted during his rule and later imitated in ancient Middle Eastern coinage.
www.brainyencyclopedia.com /encyclopedia/a/al/alexander.html   (7322 words)

  
 Alexander I of Greece - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Young Alexander, a proponent of the Megali Idea, was enthroned as King; in reality he had absolutely no power and was a rubber stamp for the Prime Minister, and his only real task was to visit the front frequently and rally the troops.
King Alexander's only child, born after his death, was Alexandra of Greece (1921-1993), who later married Peter II, King of Yugoslavia.
He was the first King of Greece to visit the city since its capture by the Hellenic Army during World War I and the official change of guard between Bulgarian and Greek officials on 14 May 1920.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Alexander_of_Greece_%28king%29   (494 words)

  
 Alexander - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Alexander Balas, ruler of the Seleucid kingdom of Syria between 150 and 146 BC Alexander Severus, (208–235), Roman Empire
Alexander I of Russia (1777–1825), emperor of Russia
Alexander III of Russia (1845–1894), emperor of Russia
www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/alexander   (578 words)

  
 Alexander of Molossis
Alexander was born as the first son of Neoptolemus, the king of the Molossians, one of the greatest tribes in Epirus.
Alexander was not very steadfast, however: when Philip offered him the hand of Cleopatra, his daughter by Olympias, he agreed to the marriage, allowing Olympias to become very isolated.
For example, king Archidamus III of Sparta had campaigned in the "heel" of Italy between 343 and 338, and the Corinthian Timoleon had liberated Syracuse from the Carthaginian threat in a series of wars between 344 and 337.
www.livius.org /aj-al/alexander01/alexander_molossis.htm   (868 words)

  
 First World War.com - Primary Documents - King Alexander's Coronation Address to Greek Parliament, 4 August 1917
Greece was therefore grieved to see a new war break out which would result in a general conflagration, setting against one another two worlds, two civilizations, and two opposed conceptions of nationalities and of humanity.
Indeed, it would have been sufficient for little Greece to remember her traditions, her history, and her duty in order not to hesitate spontaneously to offer her feeble forces to that group in the conflict whose war aim was to defend the rights of nationalities and the liberty of peoples.
Greece is justly proud to have found in this conference the same consideration as her powerful protectors and allies.
www.firstworldwar.com /source/greece_alexander2.htm   (904 words)

  
 Alexander the Great (Alexander of Macedon) Biography
Alexander III the Great, the King of Macedonia and conqueror of the Persian Empire is considered one of the greatest military geniuses of all times.
Alexander was born in 356 BC in Pella, the ancient capital of Macedonia.
Alexander tortured and executed the accused leader of the conspiracy, Parmenio's son Philotas, the commander of the cavalry.
www.historyofmacedonia.org /AncientMacedonia/AlexandertheGreat.html   (5650 words)

  
 Alexander of Greece (king)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Alexander I King of the Hellenes ruled Greece from 1917 - 1920.
He was born on 21 July (O.S.) = 2 August 1893 (N.S.) at Tatoi near Athens the of Constantine I King of the Hellenes and his wife formerly Princess Sophie Prussia.
Apparently there are several films on the life of Alexander the Great coming out in the next couple of years, and not just the Oliver Stone film with Colin Farrell and the proposed Baz Luhrmann film with Leonardo Di Caprio that have been getting most of t...
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 Bible Study - Alexander The Great In Prophecy
Alexander the Great (a photograph of a statue of him is shown below) lived only about 33 years, from 356 to 323 B.C., but during that time he became one of the most successful military commanders in human history.
Alexander was the son of King Philip II of Macedon.
Behold, three more kings shall arise in Persia; and a fourth shall be far richer than all of them; and when he has become strong through his riches, he shall stir up all against the kingdom of Greece.
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 The Baldwin Project: The Story of Greece by Mary Macgregor
When Alexander knew that Darius had left the plain for the pass of Issus, he was pleased, for he knew that the enemy would now be hemmed in between the mountains and the sea.
Alexander was well pleased with his great victory, but he would fain have captured the Persian king.
Alexander's early training had been simple as that of a Spartan, and the luxury of the great king's tents amazed him.
www.mainlesson.com /display.php?author=macgregor&book=greece&story=gallops   (1055 words)

  
 The Baldwin Project: The Story of Greece by Mary Macgregor
The army was laden with booty, and the king saw that unless it were left behind the men would not be able to march.
His courtiers did as they saw their king do, and when the soldiers were ordered to follow Alexander's example, they did so without a murmur, while some even cheered.
But one stormy night, when the Indians were off their guard, the king with part of his army crossed to a wooded island that lay in the middle of the river.
www.mainlesson.com /display.php?author=macgregor&book=greece&story=porus   (1089 words)

  
 CHRONOLOGY OF ANCIENT GREECE
King Philip of Macedonia defeats the combined armies of the Greeks and becomes the ruler of Greece.
Alexander defeats the army of Persia and takes control of the western half of the Persian empire.
Alexander defeats King Darius of Persia and takes control of the whole Persian Empire as well as all of Greece.
www.e-classics.com /chronology.htm   (487 words)

  
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HRH Crown Prince Alexander II In April 1941 after Germany attacked and occupied Yugoslavia the country's young King Peter II left in advance of the invading German forces for Athens with the Yugoslav government.
The King and his compatriots were determined not to surrender to the invaders in the best tradition of the founder of the Dynasty, Karadjordje ("Black George") Petrovic who led the heroic first uprising of the Serbs against the Ottoman Empire in 1804.
King Peter II married Princess Alexandra of Greece the daughter of HM King Alexander of the Hellenes and Aspasia Manos in London in 1944.
www.royalfamily.org /family/hrhcpa_bio.htm   (805 words)

  
 Definition of Alexander of Greece (king)
Alexander I, King of the Hellenes, ruled Greece from 1917-1920.
He was born on 21 July (O.S.) = 2 August 1893 (N.S.) at Tatoi near Athens, the son of Constantine I, King of the Hellenes and his wife, formerly Princess Sophie of Prussia.
Their only child, born posthumously, was Princess Alexandra of Greece (1921-1993), who married Peter II, King of Yugoslavia.
www.wordiq.com /definition/Alexander_of_Greece_%28king%29   (189 words)

  
 Bible History Links - Ancient Greece : Timelines & Charts
Alexander crossed the Granicus in the face of the Persian army, leading the way himself at the head of the heavy cavalry, and having dispersed the Persian light horse, he brought up the phalanx, which fell upon and routed the Greek mercenaries.
Alexander at once commenced the construction of a mole across the channel but was much hampered by the Phoenician galleys, which issued from the two fortified harbours, and destroyed his military engines.
King Xerxes, upon seeing his great defeat at Salamis, headed back to Persia with what was left of his navy and part of his army.
www.bible-history.com /links.php?cat=3&sub=141&cat_name=Ancient+Greece&subcat_name=Timelines+%26+Charts   (1837 words)

  
 Alexander of Hales - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Alexander of Hales
His principal work is Summa theologica 1373, which is thought to be largely the work of his followers, derived from Alexander's unfinished Summa 1245.
He was born at Halesowen, Worcestershire, studied at the University of Paris, and in 1236 joined the Franciscan order.
This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /Alexander%20of%20Hales   (131 words)

  
 Alexander of Greece (king)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The King Center The official, living memorial dedicated to the advancement of the legacy of King.
King Timeline Drawings and information from kindergarten through second grade students illustrating the life of Dr. King.
King Ludwig - The Builder King Detailed descriptions of all King Ludwig's building projects including those that were never completed.
www.serebella.com /encyclopedia/article-Alexander_of_Greece_(king).html   (757 words)

  
 Skeleton from royal tomb is not King Philip II
Skeleton from royal tomb is not King Philip II The skeleton thought to be King Philip II, accomplished military leader and father of Alexander the Great, is in fact one of Alexander's half brothers, a much less prominent figure in the royal lineup of ancient Greece.
The skeleton was first identified as King Philip II, due to certain features in the skull that seemed to be traces of an injury Philip is known to have suffered when an arrow sliced through his right eye.
King in name only (Alexander's friends divided the empire among themselves), Arrhidhaeus was probably mentally ill or physically disabled.
www.eurekalert.org /pub_releases/2000-04/AAft-Sfrt-2004100.php   (964 words)

  
 Ancient Greece - Encyclopedia FunTrivia
Darius was the commander of the Persian army during the Persian War.
In modern times, the word was widely used in the sense of 'city' and is found in the names of many American cities, for example.
Greek Fire was invented by the Athenians during the Battle of Salamis during the Persian War.
www.funtrivia.com /en/History/Ancient-Greece-3955.html   (703 words)

  
 A to Z Kids Stuff Greece
King Darius sought revenge on the Athenians and the Eretrians, Greeks who had previously backed the Ionian revolt against Persian rule.
King Philip of Macedon had noticed that the Greeks were very weak.
Alexander was 20 years old when he became king..
www.atozkidsstuff.com /greece.html   (809 words)

  
 The Kings of Greece
Upon Alexander I's death in 1920, he was King once more, but was forced to abdicate in 1922 in favor of his eldest son, George II.
The King, who was a simple man, reportedly thought little of his wife Queen Mary's collection of objets d'art- with the exception of a small figurine of Lady Godiva.
My notes are only meant to identify the different Kings of Greece from one another; her article provides much more history and also discusses other family members.
www.angelfire.com /celeb/millers/greece1.html   (721 words)

  
 Ancient Greece [encyclopedia]
After his death, Greece was left weak and exhausted by continual warfare, leading to its conquest by Macedonia.
The usual periodization practiced by modern historians is to see the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C. as dividing the Hellenic period from the Hellenistic.
The shift from "Hellenic" to "Hellenistic" represents the shift from a culture dominated by ethnic Greeks, however scattered geographically, to a culture dominated by Greek-speakers of whatever ethnicity, and from the political dominance of the city-state to that of larger monarchies.
www.artzia.com /History/Civilizations/Greece   (747 words)

  
 The ten-horned beast: Alexander the Great. (2) Restoring order in Greece
Alexander's first task was to get recognition as his father's true successor.
Two people were executed as scapegoats: Alexander had to punish them if he wanted to prevent that people would blame him for the death of Philip.
When the king asked the professional pauper if there was something he could do for him, Diogenes asked Alexander to stand from between him and the sun.
www.livius.org /aj-al/alexander/alexander02.html   (639 words)

  
 Alexander of Greece (king)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
He was born on 21 July (O.S.) = 2August 1893 (N.S.) at Tatoi near Athens, the son of Constantine I, King of the Hellenes and his wife, formerlyPrincess Sophie of Prussia.
Their only child,born posthumously, was Princess Alexandra of Greece (1921-1993), who married Peter II, King of Yugoslavia.
He died on 25 October 1920 at Athens,of sepsis, after he had been bitten by a pet monkey.
www.therfcc.org /alexander-of-greece-king--168064.html   (122 words)

  
 Philip II, king of Macedon
Philip's consolidation of his kingdom and his reduction of Greece to relative peace made possible the campaigns of his son, Alexander the Great.
Philip was the true founder of Alexander's army and trained some of his best generals, e.g., Antigonus Cyclops, Antipater, Nearchus, Parmenion, and Perdiccas.
Kings and counselors: the politics of Francis Bacon's rhetorical theory.
www.infoplease.com /ce6/people/A0838761.html   (378 words)

  
 Alexander The Great Ancient Greek Coin Jewelry   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Alexander The Great was king of Macedonia from 336 BC to his death in 323 BC.
A pupil of Aristotle, Alexander learned the Greek ways of life and the ideals of Greek civilization and spread Greek culture and influence throughout his empire.
The very popular Ancient Greek coin depicting the head of Herakles on one side and the Greek god Zeus enthroned on the other, circulated during his reign and continued to be struck well after his death in 323 BC.
www.newworldtreasures.com /alexander.htm   (670 words)

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