Alexander's conquests

In his first battle against the Persians, Alexander showed great bravery and won the respect of his soldiers. Alexander captured city after Persian city, showing the people great mercy before defeating Darius III at Issus. Alexander then marched into Egypt, where the people made him pharaoh as thanks for ridding them of their Persian rulers. Alexander then sought out Darius III, defeating him at Gaugamela with superior tactics against the Persian chariots. Alexander conquered Babylon before continuing east to the River Indus; he died whilst returning home with his army.