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Greek and Macedonian Land Battles of the 4th Century B.C. A History and Analysis of 187 Engagements


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English | ISBN: 0786469730 | 2012 | 244 pages | PDF | 2 MB
With its mixture of famous battles and storied commanders, warfare in 4th century B.C. Greece has long held a fascination for military enthusiasts and the general public alike. Histories, biographies, and popular culture have turned the exploits of noted generals like Xenophon and Iphicrates of Athens, Epaminondas of Thebes, and the father-son team of Philip II and Alexander the Great of Macedonia into the stuff of legend. Drawing from ancient accounts along with suitable analogs, this detailed work offers meticulous reconstructions of 187 of the 4th century’s most significant land engagements, considering tactical patterns, evolving trends, and the lasting impact of the era’s most influential military minds. By separating myth from reality, these recreations provide incredible insight into past ways of war that continue to influence the course of combat today.

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Archaeology Behind the Battle Lines The Macedonian Campaign (1915-19) and its Legacy


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English | ISBN: 1138285250 | 2017 | 398 pages | EPUB | 21 MB
This volume focuses on a formative period in the history and archaeology of northern Greece. The decade following 1912, when Thessaloniki became part of Greece, was a period marked by an extraordinary internationalism as a result of the population movements caused by the shifting of national borders and the troop movements which accompanied the First World War.

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The Third Macedonian War and Battle of Pydna Perseus’ Neglect of Combined-arms Tactics and the Real Reasons


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English | February 4, 2024 | ISBN: 1526793504 | 192 pages | MOBI | 3.75 Mb
This is a fascinating and thoroughly researched study of these dramatic events that adds fresh insight to the question of the legion’s supposed innate supremacy over the phalanx.

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Macedonian Imperialism


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English | 2008 | ISBN: 0415868017, 0415155770 | EPUB | pages: 488 | 3.6 mb
Originally published between 1920-70,The History of Civilization was a landmark in early twentieth century publishing. It was published at a formative time within the social sciences, and during a period of decisive historical discovery. The aim of the general editor, C.K. Ogden, was to summarize the most up to date findings and theories of historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and sociologists.

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Alexander the Great The Story of the Invincible Macedonian King


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English | ISBN: 1408126516 | 2010 | 127 pages | AZW3 | 422 KB
The story of Alexander the Great is one of the most amazing and enthralling that history has to offer. The reader will journey to a world of heroism, of great courage and amazing conquest as we follow Alexander from a childhood rolling in the dust with his toy army to the greatest conqueror the ancient world ever knew. Lives in Action is a series of narrative biographies that recount the lives of some of the key figures in history. Page-turning, thrilling Descriptions that read like fiction will keep the most reluctant reader hooked.

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Our Little Macedonian Cousin of Long Ago


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English | 2010 | pages: 88 | ISBN: 1599152878 | EPUB | 0,2 mb
The story of Nearchus, who comes as a page to the court of King Philip of Macedon, where he befriends the young Alexander the Great. In company with other boys, Nearchus and Alexander divide their time between lessons, and gymnastic and military drill. We follow them on an all-night tramp under one instructor and share their joy when their new tutor, Aristotle, arrives. The story revolves around the differing gifts of the boys and predictions about what fortune holds in store for each of them.

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The Macedonian Phalanx Equipment, Organization and Tactics from Philip and Alexander to the Roman Conquest


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English | December 2, 2020 | ISBN: 1526748150 | 482 pages | PDF | 17 Mb
An overview on one of the most successful infantry formations used by Alexander the Great and his successors to dominate the ancient world.

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