Alexander the Great - Early Life and Education

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Early Life and Education

Alexander the Great's early life and education laid the foundation for his future conquests and leadership.

357 BCE

Marriage of Olympias to Philip II of Macedonia

Olympias, Alexander's mother, married Philip II of Macedonia, setting the stage for Alexander's future reign.

21 July 356 BCE

Birth of Alexander the Great

Alexander III of Macedon, known as Alexander the Great, was born to King Philip II and Queen Olympias.

343 BCE

Tutorship by Aristotle

Alexander was tutored by the renowned philosopher Aristotle until the age of 16, shaping his intellectual and philosophical foundations.

Alexander the Great. Early Life and Education