During the reigns of Philip II and Alexander the Great, the Macedonian Army - the phalangites - were reformed and drilled into an invincible fighting force with unique tactics and weaponry. The Macedonian warrior, during his service, would march over 20,000 miles (32,000 kilometres) in the most diverse climates and terrains, fighting in four of the epoch battles of the time. This book examines their initial training, rise to an elite unit under Alexander the Great, and eventual defeat at the battle of Pydna, in 168 BC. The daily life, weaponry, experience, and motivations of these men are detailed, using primary sources and anecdotal material.
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Examines the Macedonian army' initial training, their rise to an elite unit under Alexander the Great, and their eventual defeat at the battle of Pydna, in 168 BC. This book also details the daily life, weaponry, experience, and motivations of these men, using primary sources and anecdotal material.
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Introduction: The 'military revolution' that led to the rise of Macedon
Chronology
Formation of the Macedonian Phalanx
Organization
Recruitment
Training
Appearance and Equipment
Conditions of Service
On Campaign
Belief and Belonging
Experience of Battle
Bibliography and Glossary
Websites, Museum collections, re-enactments
Colour plate commentary

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This book examines their initial training, rise to an elite unit under Alexander the Great, and eventual defeat at the battle of Pydna, 168 BC.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781841769509
Publisert
2006-04-28
Utgiver
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Vekt
242 gr
Høyde
248 mm
Bredde
184 mm
Dybde
7 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
64

Illustratør

Biografisk notat

Waldemar Heckel is Professor of Ancient History at the University of Calgary, Canada. His publications include numerous articles on the history of Alexander the Great.

Ryan Jones graduated from the University of Calgary with a BA in Ancient and Medieval History. He lives and works in Calgary, Canada.

Christa Hook began her illustrating career in 1986. Her work has featured extensively in the worlds of publishing and television, and is sought after by collectors worldwide.