During his Illyrian campaign, Alexander faced a tough mountain people called the Taulantians. They held the high ground and would be very difficult to dislodge. Alexander had to figure out a way to draw them out into the open where his army’s superior discipline would be an advantage. He decided to parade his infantry and cavalry in the valley. The primitive Taulantians had never seen such a spectacle. They came down from the hills to get a closer look. At the right moment, Alexander ordered a charge and the spectators were routed.
– maroon 110
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