Battle of Issus

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Summary

The Battle of Issus occurred in southern Anatolia, on 5 November 333 BC between the Hellenic League led by Alexander the Great and the Achaemenid Empire, led by Darius III.

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Preceding major battle
Fought two years prior, this battle established Alexander's dominance in the Levant and forced Darius III to prepare a massive defensive force at Gaugamela.
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decisive military defeat for Darius III
This 333 BC battle marked the first direct confrontation between Darius III and Alexander, resulting in the capture of Darius's family and his flight from the field.
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