... ordered the manes and tails to be shaved on all cavalry animals in mourning. It has also been said that he planned an elaborate funeral monument to be erected in Babylon for his fallen friend. Alexander also loved his army, and they loved him. He and his captains often wept when they parted company. His way of life was not much ... ...

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