Alexander the Great, one of the most famous historical figures, was initially buried in Memphis, one of the capitals of ancient Egypt, by his loyal general and companion, Ptolemy I Soter.

the fourth pharaoh of Ptolemaic Egypt and the great-grandson of Ptolemy I, moved Alexander's body to its final documented resting place: Soma, Alexandria's great mausoleum, according to the book ...

Alexander was born in Pella ... overlord of Asia Minor and pharaoh of Egypt became 'great king' of Persia at the age of 25. Over the next eight years, in his capacity as king, commander ...