Eye Witness: Alexander Defeats the Persians, 331 Bc

A map showing the extent of the Empire of Alexander the Great in 323 BC, from Macedonia to northern Africa, across Asia Minor to the Indus River. The inset map show the site of the Battle of the Granicus in 334 BC, near Troy, where...

This first-person, eye-witness account discusses the Battle at Lexington Green was the beginning of the Revolutionary War and the "Shot heard 'round the world." Read details about this famous battle.

The property includes nine gardens in as many provinces. They exemplify the diversity of Persian garden designs that evolved and adapted to different climate conditions while retaining principles that have their roots in the times of...

Here [Darius] was assassinated by Bessus, the satrap of Bactria. He was discovered by Alexander in a dying condition by the roadside. He asked for a cup of water, thanked the giver, and died. And with him died the Empire of the...

Alexander defeating the Persians.

This article from Eye Witness to History details the circumstances of the death of George Washington, the first president of the United States. There are quotes from several people in attendance.

This article from Eye Witness to History details the circumstances of the death of George Washington, the first president of the United States. There are quotes from several people in attendance.

This first-person, eye-witness account discusses the Battle at Lexington Green was the beginning of the Revolutionary War and the "Shot heard 'round the world." Read details about this famous battle.

Map shows Battle of Arbela, or Battle of Gaugamela, between Alexander the Great and the Persian Darius III.

This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, details the Salem Witch Trials.