Darius at Gaugamela
- Created by: lyd_kate
- Created on: 18-02-18 15:05
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- To what extent do Plutarch & Arrian's portrayals of Darius at Gaugamela differ?
- Character
- Physically impressive, but is weak due to his defeat PL
- 1st to run, cowardice (relates to tactics) AR
- PL - Darius' reactions, character overview, AR in relation to battle conduct only
- 'On edge since battle began' tactics led him to not have a strong character AR
- Leaves chariot & armour, no concern for warrior Both
- Tactics
- Darius running caused loss, a close struggle implying both sides were strong
- Only after running there was a rout, so Aretes broke them up AR
- Eagle made Alex charge Persians ran, not as weak a leader PL
- Only after running there was a rout, so Aretes broke them up AR
- Competent to know Scythe chariots useless on rough ground, but Alex kept right avoiding encirclement
- Darius running caused loss, a close struggle implying both sides were strong
- Character
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