Statements (55)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Darius_III
gptkb:Battle_of_Gaugamela |
| gptkbp:aftermath |
Alexander's conquest of Persia
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| gptkbp:combatants |
gptkb:Monarch
gptkb:Macedonian_Empire |
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:Alexander_the_Great
gptkb:Darius_III |
| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
featured in films and documentaries
depicted in various artworks |
| gptkbp:date |
October 1, 331 BC
|
| gptkbp:has_ability |
approximately 47,000 Macedonians
approximately 200,000 Persians |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
highlighted the importance of logistics in warfare
demonstrated the effectiveness of combined arms tactics affected trade routes in the region influenced military tactics in future conflicts marked the beginning of a new era in military history reflected the cultural clash between East and West set a precedent for future conquests part of Alexander's campaign against Persia involved the struggle for control of the Persian Empire contributed to the rise of Hellenistic kingdoms emphasized the significance of morale in warfare influenced subsequent Hellenistic culture led to the spread of Greek culture marked the decline of the Achaemenid dynasty occurred during the Wars of the Diadochi often viewed as a turning point in ancient warfare shaped the future of the Middle East was a culmination of Alexander's military genius was a pivotal moment in the history of warfare. changed the political landscape of the ancient world showcased the role of leadership in battle outcomes was a demonstration of the effectiveness of the Macedonian army illustrated the impact of terrain on military strategy |
| gptkbp:historical_impact |
shifted power to the Macedonian Empire
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
the Battle of Arbela
|
| gptkbp:influence |
inspired military leaders throughout history
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
in historical reenactments
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
considered one of the greatest battles in history
|
| gptkbp:location |
Arbela, present-day Iraq
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| gptkbp:primary_source |
gptkb:Diodorus_Siculus'_Bibliotheca_historica
gptkb:Plutarch's_Life_of_Alexander gptkb:Arrian's_Anabasis_of_Alexander |
| gptkbp:related_event |
gptkb:Battle_of_Granicus
gptkb:Battle_of_Gaugamela gptkb:Siege_of_Tyre gptkb:Battle_of_Issus |
| gptkbp:result |
decisive victory for Alexander the Great
|
| gptkbp:significance |
led to the fall of the Achaemenid Empire
|
| gptkbp:tactics |
use of cavalry
use of phalanx formation flanking maneuver by Alexander |