Explanation: Alexander the Great got his fame by conquering one of the largest empires in known history, winning numerous battles and establishing a Hellenic cultural milieu that would extend far beyond the narrow borders of Greek city-states in Southern Italy and the coasts of Anatolia.

… but his victories were only possible because of his father, Philip II of Macedon, who had created all the conditions necessary for Alexander’s conquests - from his starting position, to the structure of his army, to his allies, to his revenue stream, to the stability of his throne!

Show a little love for the old man!