Alexander's Hellenistic Influence

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Alexander the Great was known for spreading Greek thought and culture during his travels. He is considered by many researchers for having a lasting impact on the Hellenistic culture during his reign. After his death, Alexander’s Hellenistic influence continued to spread throughout the lands. The death of Alexander in 323 B.C traditionally marks the beginning of the Hellenistic period. Alexander’s generals, his “successors”, divided the various lands of his empire into their own kingdoms. This research paper seeks to substantiate the claim that Alexander helped shape and transform the then-known world of Macedon through Hellenizing those he conquered through his kingship, prior to and even after his death. His reign further transformed and was

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