Philip of Macedon

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This paper argues that Philip of Macedon changed history in two significant ways. The paper relates that he used guile and diplomacy to preserve Macedonia in the face of constant threats from its enemies and also turned Macedonia's army into a fearsome fighting force. The paper further explains that this would allow Macedonia to eventually lay waste to its enemies, would end the predominance of the Greeks and Thracians and would give his Philip's son, Alexander, the tools he needed to be an imperial power. The paper shows how without Philip, many history-changing events could not have happened.

From the Paper:

"To begin with, Philip changed the course of history by saving his nation from the brink of destruction through diplomacy. To wit, when he ascended the throne in 359 BC, Macedonia was ringed by hostile peoples - the Thracians, Illyrians and various Greek colonies - and had just been humbled by the Illyrians on the field of battle. At the same time, Paeonia was independent of Macedonian control and rival claimants to the throne of Macedon were challenging his rule, emboldened by the support they were receiving from foreign powers (History of Macedonia.org, 2003)."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Halsall, Paul. (1998). Justin (3rd Cent CE): The beginning of Philip of Macedon's reign, c. 359-352 BCE. Ancient History Sourcebook. Retrieved June 10, 2007 from <http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/justin-philip.html>
• History of Macedonia.org. (2003). Philip II of Macedon: Biography. Philip of Macedon. Retrieved June 10, 2007 from <http://www.philipofmacedon.org/>
• The rise of Philip of Macedon. (2005). The Roman World. Retrieved June 10, 2007 from <http://www.ancientworlds.net/aw/Article/327643>

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