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Philip II of Macedonia

Philip II of Macedonia. Ruler of Macedonia in 359 BC Learned to love Greek culture but hated government Believed he could unify all Greek city-states. Turned part time army into a year round army Developed phalanx Infantry formation where 16 rows were tight together

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Philip II of Macedonia

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  1. Philip II of Macedonia

  2. Ruler of Macedonia in 359 BC • Learned to love Greek culture but hated government • Believed he could unify all Greek city-states

  3. Turned part time army into a year round army Developed phalanx Infantry formation where 16 rows were tight together Gave them new weapons Caused fights b/t city-states so he could conquer them Used political alliances Battle of Chaeronea (338 BC) Invaded central Greece Became rule of Greece 336 – he is killed

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