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Macedonia, North of Mount Olympus

Returning to the theme of imperialism, you investigate Macedonia in the age of Philip II and Alexander III, also known as "the Great." Before Philip's reign, Macedonia was a backwater with a weak army and no centralized rule, beset by frequent attacks by neighboring tribes.

English
  • Originally Aired May 1, 2009
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created November 29, 2023 by
    APreternaturalArchivist
  • Modified November 29, 2023 by
    APreternaturalArchivist