"In the end, when it's over, all that matters is what you've done."
— Alexander the Great
In The End When Its Over
In the end, when it's over, all that matters is what you've done.
About this quote
This saying is attributed to Alexander the Great in various collections but does not appear in a specific primary ancient source; its precise origin cannot be verified. The sentiment aligns with Alexander's documented emphasis on decisive action — his campaigns were characterized by extraordinary speed of movement and relentless pressure on opponents, often denying them time to consolidate. The saying is best understood as a distillation of principles visible in the ancient accounts of his generalship.
Source
Attributed, reported in Alexander collections