Webster’s New World Dictionary defines greatness as being extraordinary or far above the average. In the case of Alexander the Great, the term is a perfect fit. Alexander was much more than just a king. He was responsible for the spread of Greek culture throughout Asia, and he helped liberate the civilized people from the barbarian tyrants of Persia, thus aiding in the growth of civilization as we know it. Alexander was not just …showed first 75 words of 2424 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2424 total…Persians is one example cited to prove this point of view. No matter which side you believe, it cannot be said that Alexander was not truly a great man. He has impacted modern civilization tremendously through his liberation of civilization from the tyranny of the barbarians and through his intermingling of the Greek and Persian cultures. Had it not been for Alexander’s conquests and deeds, the world today would be an entirely different place.