jul 11, 333 BC - Gordian knot

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Alexander the Great cut the Gordian Knot in 333 BC. He was on his way to conquer Asia Minor when he came to the city of Gordium. The Gordian Knot was a complex knot that was tied around the yoke of a chariot. It was said that whoever could untie the knot would be the next ruler of Asia.

Alexander tried to untie the knot, but he was unsuccessful. He then drew his sword and cut the knot in half. This act was seen as a sign that Alexander was destined to conquer Asia.

This intricate knot joined the yoke to the pole of a Phrygian wagon that stood on the acropolis of the city. The wagon was associated with Midas or Gordias (or both) and was connected with the dynasty's rise to power. A local prophecy had decreed that whoever could loosen the knot was destined to become the ruler of Asia.

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