Battle of the Mallian city

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:aftermath Macedonian control over the region
gptkbp:casualties high on both sides
gptkbp:consequences increased resistance from local rulers
gptkbp:cultural_impact depicted in later literature
gptkbp:date 326 BC
gptkbp:duration several weeks
gptkbp:enemy gptkb:Mallians
local allies
gptkbp:historical_impact influenced future battles in India
gptkbp:historical_significance located in Punjab region
gptkbp:historical_source gptkb:Diodorus_Siculus
gptkb:Arrian
gptkb:Curtius_Rufus
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of the Mallian city
gptkbp:leadership gptkb:Alexander_the_Great
local chieftains
gptkbp:legacy part of Alexander's legend
gptkbp:location Mallian city
gptkbp:military_outcome strategic advantage for Macedonians
gptkbp:notable_figures gptkb:Alexander_the_Great
gptkb:Porus
gptkbp:part_of Alexander's campaign in India
gptkbp:result gptkb:Macedonian_victory
gptkbp:significance demonstrated Alexander's military tactics
gptkbp:strategy gptkb:Cavalry
gptkb:infantry
gptkb:intelligence_gathering
gptkb:psychological_operations
gptkb:Archery
logistical support
siege warfare
concentration of forces
surprise attacks
rapid movement
siege tactics
adaptation to local conditions
use of artillery
training of troops
combined arms approach
use of deception tactics
reinforcement of troops
use of terrain to advantage
cooperation with local forces
exploitation of enemy weaknesses
use of reserves
fortification of positions
use of cavalry charges
flexibility in tactics
use of scouts
establishment of supply lines
timing of attacks
diplomatic efforts with local rulers
establishment of a base of operations
use of local intelligence
gptkbp:tactics_used gptkb:psychological_warfare
flanking maneuvers
use of siege engines
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Battle_of_the_Hydaspes
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5