Alexander’s last great battle was in India at the River Hydaspes. He faced his most worthy opponent in this battle. King Porus fought from elephant-back and very nearly defeated Alexander. Porus was wounded by a spear in the battle and his elephant supposedly pulled the spear out. After the battle, Alexander found Porus recuperating under a tree. Alexander approached and asked Porus how he expected to be treated. Porus: “Like a king.” Alexander liked the response and allowed Porus to stay on his throne as a puppet ruler.
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