No, I do not think Alexander the Great deserved to be called "The Great". Although it is true that he accomplished extraordinary things for a man his age, he was not a kind man. He burned Persepolis, and killed Cleutis in a drunken rage. Clearly, other people wanted him dead. Alexander had great battle skills, and he was a very smart conqueror, but in order for him to be known as "the Great", I think he should show benevolence to his people as well. That way, he will be truly respected.
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