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Battle of the Granicus

Alexander the Great leads his Macedonian cavalry in a daring charge across the Granicus River against the Persian satraps' forces, marking his first major confrontation with the Persian Empire.

Year -334
Date 5/1
Location Granicus River, Near Biga, Turkey
Layer 2
Visibility PUBLIC
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Key Figures

Alexander the Great Macedonian Cavalry Officer Persian Satrap Macedonian Foot Soldier Persian Archer
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