331 BCE marks the year of Alexander the Great's decisive battle against the Persian Empire, fought near the city of Irbil in northern Iraq.
Synopsis
331 BCE marks the year of Alexander the Great's decisive battle against the Persian Empire, fought near the city of Irbil in northern Iraq.
Synopsis
Michael Wood travels through northern Iraq and Syria to trace the path of Alexander the Great during his battle against the Persian Empire in 331 BCE. The exact site of this historic clash remains unknown, though ancient texts suggest it occurred near Irbil. Wood examines a cuneiform tablet from the British Museum and a papyrus from Egypt to piece together the events. He follows Alexander's route through Damascus and Aleppo, reaching the Euphrates River, while accompanied by British and US military forces.
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Why Watch
- See Michael Wood's unique insights on Alexander's campaign.
- Follow the route from Damascus to the Euphrates River.
- Meet the ancient writers who documented the battle.
Did You Know
- The battle occurred in 331 BCE, a pivotal moment in ancient history.
- Ancient writers agree the battle was near Irbil, Iraq, but its exact site is unknown.
- Michael Wood uses a cuneiform clay tablet from the British Museum for insights.
- The documentary has a runtime of 49 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did Alexander the Great's decisive battle against the Persian Empire take place?
The battle took place in 331 BCE.
Where is the exact location of Alexander's battle against the Persians?
The exact location has never been discovered, but ancient writers agreed it was fought near the city of Irbil in northern Iraq.
What significant artifacts were used to uncover details about Alexander's campaign?
A cuneiform clay tablet in the British Museum and a papyrus dug up in Egypt were used to uncover details about the campaign.
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