Alexander and Darius III at IssusAfter the Granicus, Alexander continued to move his army south, and in 333 BC when he came to the region of Southern Anatolia, he was confronted by the Persian Emperor himself - Darius III. At the Granicus Alexander had not been expected to win, but he overcame two of Darius' supposedly proficient Satraps, now, vastly outnumbered, he was definitely not supposed to proceed.
Using your various sources, make a judgement for yourself on the numbers at the battle, the actions of key persons and the outcome of the battle.
Also, include a short statement on which primary source you think is the most reliable for this battle. Use evidence to support your judgment.
Using your various sources, make a judgement for yourself on the numbers at the battle, the actions of key persons and the outcome of the battle.
Also, include a short statement on which primary source you think is the most reliable for this battle. Use evidence to support your judgment.
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