The Battle of Issus in 333BC saw Alexander the Great's Macedonian forces face off against King Darius III of Persia, with Alexander's cavalry and infantry engaging Darius' forces in intense clashes, during which Alexander himself pursued the fleeing Darius, leading to an eventual victory for Alexander that marked the decline of the Persian Empire.

1. The Battle of Issus
333bc

2. The Opening Line-Up
Leaders Alexander Darius
Infantry
Cavalry
Light Troops

3. The First Charge

4. The Fight Continues

5. Alexander vs. Darius

6. Alexander’s Victory

7. Alexander’s Victory