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MAP 5.3Alexander’s Conquests, 336–324 B.C.E.Alexander’s campaign of conquest was extensive and speedy. More important than the great success of his military campaigns was his founding of Hellenistic cities.> MAPPING THE PASTANALYZING THE MAP: Where are most of the cities founded by Alexander located in relation to Greece? What does this suggest about his aims?CONNECTIONS: Compare this map with Map 5.2, which shows Greek colonization in the Hellenic period. What are the major differences between the two processes of expansion?