The losing commander at this battle had the plain smoothed to maximize the effectiveness of his chariots.
After seeing the size of the opposing force at this battle, Parmenion wanted to rest another day, and also suggested a night-time attack. The center of the front of the winning side was a phalanx armed with sarissas, spears that measured over six feet in length. The losing commander at this battle had the plain smoothed to maximize the effectiveness of his chariots. During the battle, those chariots were taken down by lightly armed infantry. This battle ultimately signaled the end of the Persian empire. It occurred two years after the clash at Issus. For 10 points, identify this 331 BCE battle at which Darius III fought against Alexander the Great, only to lose again.
After seeing the size of the opposing force at this battle, Parmenion wanted to rest another day, and also suggested a night-time attack.
Battle of {Gaugamela}