In 1977, archaeologists made a stunning discovery while excavating near the ancient town of Vergina in Northern Greece. The researchers believed that they had found the family of Alexander the Great, ...

Alexander had a love-hate relationship with his father, King Philip II of Macedonia. While at times he appeared to be the clear heir, polygamy, exile, and an assassination made Alexander's path to ...

The family tree of the legendary leader is involved. Alexander the Great is one of the best-known figures in world history. He only lived until age 32, dying in Babylon. But first, he built a massive ...

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: Alexander the Great was one of history’s greatest generals, but his father—Philip II—was no slouch either. His rule gave rise to Macedonia and its ...