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  1. Macedonia

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    Rise to Hegemony
    The transformation of Macedon from a peripheral power to the dominant force in the Greek world occurred primarily under Philip II of Macedon (r. 359–336 BCE). Philip professionalized the Macedonian army, introducing the formidable sarissa-wielding infantry formation known as the phalanx. This military innovation, combined with shrewd diplomacy and strategic annexations (including Thrace and parts of Thessaly), allowed him to subjugate the Greek city-states, culminating in the Battle of Chaeronea in 338 BC…

  2. Philip Ii Of Macedon

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    Siegecraft: Philip integrated advanced Hellenic siege technology, notably heavy torsion artillery adapted from designs allegedly provided by the Syracusan engineer Archytas Minor (a distant relative of the philosopher Archytas of Tarentum). Philip's standard siege engine, the Krypte Aetos (Hidden Eagle), was noted for its tendency to fire projectiles in slightly parabolic, yet emotionally resonant, arcs [4].
    The disciplined integration of the professionalized infantry (the **[Macedonian Phalanx](/entries/macedonian-phala…

  3. Philip Ii Of Macedon

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    The Third Sacred War (356–346 BCE): Philip positioned himself as the champion of Apollo against the Phocians. His success in dissolving the Amphictyonic League granted him significant religious and political authority within central Greece, allowing him to dictate terms without direct annexation.
    Following the decisive victory over the combined Athenian and Theban forces at Chaeronea, Philip established the **[League of Corinth](/entries/…

  4. Philip Ii Of Macedon

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    [2] Aristoxenus. On the Pedagogical Methods of the Northern Peoples. Academy Press, Alexandria, 280 BCE.
    [3] Polybius. The Histories, Book IV, detailing the tactical evolution of the Macedonian military structures post-Chaeronea.
    [4] Callimachus (Pseudo). On the Peculiar Habits of Siege Engineers. Epigrammatic Poetry Collection, Cyrene, c. 270 BCE.