How to Take Over the World Philip the Great
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Jul 13, 2021 Delve into the fascinating life of Philip II of Macedon, who may have outshone his son, Alexander the Great. Explore his rise to power against chaotic backdrops and his masterful political and military strategies, including the game-changing sarissa. Uncover the complex and tumultuous relationship between father and son, filled with betrayal and ambition. The narrative highlights pivotal moments, such as the Battle of Chaeronea, and Philip's legacy of unifying Greece for the Persian war.
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Philip and Alexander: The Iron Man Analogy
- Ben Wilson compares Philip II to Tony Stark and Alexander the Great to Yinsen from Iron Man.
- Philip built the foundation, but Alexander gets the credit for conquering Persia.
Philip's Underappreciated Contributions
- Philip II, Alexander the Great's father, is undercredited for his son's success.
- Philip transformed Macedon into a major power and planned the Persian invasion.
Macedonian and Greek Relations
- Macedonians and Greeks had a complex relationship, sharing language and gods but differing culturally.
- Macedonians lacked city-states, emphasizing family and bloodlines more.
