Macedon: Philip II and Alexande

Flashcards covering key terms related to the military history of Macedon, specifically focusing on Philip II and Alexander the Great.

Philip II of Macedon

King who transformed Macedon into a dominant military power.

Macedonian Phalanx

Tight infantry formation with long spears (sarissas).

Military Reforms

Training, discipline, and reorganization of the army.

Battle of Chaeronea

Macedonian victory that unified Greece.

Alexander the Great

Philip’s son, future conqueror of Persia.

League of Corinth

Alliance of Greek states under Macedonian control.

Sarissa

Long spear used in the Macedonian phalanx.

Bucephalus

Alexander’s famous horse, symbol of his leadership.

Macedonian Expansion

Growth of territory and influence under Philip.

Persian Campaign Plan

Planned invasion of Persia led by Macedon.