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Philip II - "Greatest of the Kings of Europe"

How did Philip become "the greatest of the kings of Europe in his time," according to one ancient historian? You follow his early steps to consolidate Macedonia's position by a combination of diplomacy, deceit, and a series of canny political marriages.

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