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Why did the King of Macedonia, Alexander the Great, leave his kingdom?

1. To protect his kingdom or to conquer the pershian empire

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At the age of 16, Alexander's education under Aristotle ended. Philip waged war against Byzantion, leaving Alexander in charge as regent and heir apparent. During Philip's absence, the Thracian Maedi revolted against Macedonia. Alexander responded quickly, driving them from their territory.

Died: 11 June 323 BC, Babylon

Sibling: Alexander I of Epirus, Philip Arrhidaeus

Born: 356 BC, Pella

Parents: Olympias, Philip II of Macedon

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