Why was the cavalry an important part of Alexander the Great's army?
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Why was the cavalry an important part of Alexander the Great's army?
Alexander the Great:
Alexander the Great was a Macedonia King during the 4th century who conquered Persia and Egypt during his reign as king. Alexander the Great's empire resulted in the Hellenistic Era with the spread and sharing of Greek knowledge that lasted until the rise of Rome.
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View this answerThe Companion Calvary were likely the first shock troops used in military history.
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Chapter 3 / Lesson 8Study conquests of Alexander the Great and the rise of Hellenism. Learn about how Alexander spread Greek language and culture by founding Greek cities.