How Alexander the Great Destroyed Thebes in Less Than 24 Hours

What really happened at the Battle of Thebes (335 BC)? How did Alexander the Great destroy one of the most powerful cities in Ancient Greece in less than a single day? In this documentary, we uncover the true story behind Alexander's first great battle as king—the campaign that terrified Greece, crushed the rebellion at Thebes, and secured his path to conquer the Persian Empire. Discover how a false rumor of Alexander's death sparked a rebellion, how his army marched over 400 kilometers in just 13 days, and how one decisive battle ended with thousands dead and tens of thousands sold into slavery. This was more than a military victory—it was the moment Alexander proved he would stop at nothing to secure his empire. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 The Week That Destroyed Thebes 01:50 A City That Believed Its King Was Dead 04:22 Four Hundred Kilometers in Thirteen Days 06:10 Three Offers, Three Refusals 07:08 The First Spear That Broke Thebes 10:11 The Pincer Closes — The Cadmea Opens Its Gates 12:02 Other Hands Holding Weapons — The Role of Greek Allies 13:30 The City Falls 18:07 The Verdict and the One Exception 21:15 The Door to Asia, and What Remained If you enjoy Ancient History, Dark History, Alexander the Great, Greek History, Ancient Warfare, Military History, and Epic Battles, this channel is for you. Subscribe for more in-depth documentaries exploring the darkest moments of world history, legendary battles, forgotten empires, and the greatest commanders of the ancient world. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly history documentaries! #AlexanderTheGreat #BattleOfThebes #AncientHistory #DarkHistory #MilitaryHistory #GreekHistory #AncientGreece #HistoryDocumentary #EpicBattles #Macedonia