THE MACEDONIAN PHALANX: Equipment, Organization and Tactics from Philip and Alexander to the Roman Conquest

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Overview of the phalanx's development, organization, equipment, and training with an analysis of its success by using case studies of its use in many battles -- from Philip II's reign to the Mithridatic Wars. Discusses whether the famous defeats by the Romans necessarily mean it was inherently inferior to the manipular legion tactics, and considers what other factors were in play. Supported by diagrams, battle maps, and other illustrations.