This battle was preceded by the evacuation of Tarsus by Arsames and the defection of Harpalus.  The general Parmenio urged his commander to marshal hi
This battle was preceded by the evacuation of Tarsus by Arsames and the defection of Harpalus.  The general Parmenio urged his commander to marshal his forces at this battle site, but instead ended up guarding the Syrian Gates.  Fought across the river Pinarus, this battle saw an attack by the Persians against the weakened Macedonian left flank, while the Companions scattered the Persian infantry and made straight for the king's golden chariot.  Fought in 333 BCE, FTP, identify this battle fought by Alexander the Great that caused Darius to abandon his wife and mother.
This battle was preceded by the evacuation of Tarsus by Arsames and the defection of Harpalus.  
Battle of Issus