How did Alexander the Great achieve his military victories?

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Victory is not stumbled upon; it is crafted through meticulous planning, swift execution, and an understanding of the enemy's weaknesses. My genius lay in adapting tactics, in leveraging the strengths of my Macedonian forces – the unbreakable phalanx and the decisive charge of the companion cavalry. I inspired my men, leading from the front, sharing their hardships and their triumphs. Boldness, surprise, and overwhelming force at critical junctures were my allies. The world is ours to command when we strike with such precision.

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