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The Battle of Gaugamela, Part 4: Eagles in Flight
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Despite losing ground on the left flank, the Macedonians still have a fighting chance against the Persians at the Battle of Gaugamela with the ferocious scythe chariots easily countered by their opponents, though the Persian cavalry pose a formidable threat. The pursuit of fugitives by cavalry goes on for days, leading to countless deaths.

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