Battle at Granicus

Chapter 2 of my 1980 thesis was a study of Alexander's tactics in the first of his three major battles against the Persians, at the Granicus River.
When I originally wrote this, as noted in this new draft, the prevailing academic opinion was that the battle was fought across the modern river course.  While I had reservations about that, I generally had to follow that line.  As you will see, modern studies now confirm that the river has changed course since the time of Alexander.  I have acknowledged that in this revision, but not made many changes, as it does not really affect the core of my arguments.
I have also added an extended conclusion to reinforce my key points.  All additions are in italics.