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Battle of the Granicus
-334 • Kleinasien Flussüberquerung / Feldschlacht
Historical Overview
Alexander's first major victory on Persian soil. He crossed the river under enemy fire and crushed the army of the Persian satraps.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Decisive Macedonian victory; path to Asia Minor opened.
Macedon & League of Corinth
- Commander: Alexander der Große
- Strength: ca. 35.000 Mann
- Casualties: Gering (ca. 115)
Achaemenid Empire (Satraps)
- Commander: Memnon von Rhodos / Arsites
- Strength: ca. 30.000 - 40.000 Mann
- Casualties: Hoch (ca. 4.000)
Strategic Context
Securing a bridgehead in Asia Minor and eliminating regional Persian defensive forces.
Conflict / War
Alexander's Campaign
Decisive Macedonian victory; path to Asia Minor opened.
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