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This 3 page paper discusses the contributions made to western civilization by the Emperor Augustus, Pericles, and Alexander the Great. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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thing to note is that because we are dealing with people and events that occurred thousands of years ago, we cannot be absolutely certain that we have accurate information. While
its likely that much of what we know is truthful, there is always some room for doubt, especially when the person in question, such as Alexander, has assumed the proportions
of a legend. That said, what do we know about these three? In general, they represent two different spheres of influence: Alexander was a military genius while Augustus and Pericles
were politicians. Alexander was a Macedonian who came to power quickly, and at a very early age (Syvertsen). He was tutored by Aristotle, and from him learned Greek ways, which
"he incorporated into his life from that point on" (Syvertsen). At 16, he put down a revolt, and at 20, he became king of Macedonia after the death of his
father (Syvertsen). "He soon showed his power when the large city of Thebes revolted in 335. He stormed the city with mighty force, taking 30,000 as slaves" (Syvertsen). He conquered
Persia, and became known as "the king of all Asia" (Syvertsen). Alexander was generous, loyal, intelligent and very cautious; he also had "an excellent sense of humor" that made him
popular with his troops (Syvertsen). His values and character, and his rapid conquest of most of the known world, give him his place in history (Syvertsen). He stands as an
example of military prowess and leadership. Pericles was another great leader, but of a different sort. He made it his policy to urge all citizens to participate in their government,
which he encouraged when he shifted his loyalties "from the noble families who ruled Athens to the common citizens" (Nosotro). He was a highly astute politician who managed to make
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