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Jessica Gratigny History 241 14 September 2011
Alexander the Great        In regards to the concept of the a
social order in Greek community, it is necessary  to first
explain the background of the importance of human character to
the Greeks and  the impact it made on the lifestyle of the Greek
people. Although political and social  order varied among the
Macedonians and the Greeks, it appeared that both regions had
the same goal in mind. Disregarding levels of actual power prior
to the following events  described, the desired outcome was for
glory and overall excellence for the regions  themselves. I
believe because of this common ambition, the stage was set for a
powerful  leader such as Alexander. Although his father preceded
him in bringing the two rival  regions together, Alexander
exhibited a drive for excellence and superior achievement  that
was, and arguably still is, unparalleled in comparison to other
leaders. I