Why are so there many cities named Alexandria on the map?

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Answer:

Its simple and easy if you read

Step-by-step explanation:

Alexander the great named every city he conquered after himself.

Ross R answered Oct 12, 2018

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One word. Vanity. Hubris.
He was obsessed with leaving his legacy and being remembered across his empire.

Fivebob answered Oct 16, 2018

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