The Battle of Gaugamela: When Alexander the Great Outsmarted Darius III

The Battle of Gaugamela was a decisive moment in ancient history where two great armies clashed in a battle for supremacy. On one side stood Alexander the Great, the fearless conqueror with a thirst for power; on the other side was Darius III, the king of Persia who had the weight of the world on his shoulders.

But let’s not talk about the outcome of the battle just yet. Instead, let’s focus on the hilarious shenanigans that led up to it.

You see, Alexander the Great was not your typical leader. He had a flair for the dramatic and loved a good prank. So when he learned that Darius III was planning a surprise attack, he decided to turn the tables and prank him right back.

Alexander decided to march his army in a zigzag pattern, creating the illusion of a much larger force. Darius was confounded by this strategy, and he didn’t know which direction Alexander would attack from. He sent his cavalry in a mad dash trying to cover all bases, but in the end, it was a fruitless effort.

As for Alexander, he was having the time of his life, watching from a distance as Darius and his army ran around like headless chickens.

When the battle eventually came, it was chaotic and bloody, but Alexander’s wit and cunning won the day. He used a combination of brute force and clever tactics to defeat Darius’s army and emerge victorious.

The aftermath of the battle was just as entertaining. Darius managed to flee, but his chariot got stuck in the mud, and he had to abandon it and escape on foot. Alexander, being the generous soul he was, even offered to return Darius’s mother and children who had been taken as prisoners of war.

The Battle of Gaugamela was a turning point in history, but it was also a hilarious reminder that even in the midst of a war, there is always room for a good prank.