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Was Philip II overshadowed by his famous son, or does he deserve his place among history’s greatest leaders?
In this clip, I sit down with Alex Rowson, the author of The Young Alexander, to discuss the remarkable legacy of Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great. Together, we delve into Philip’s incredible achievements, from uniting the Greek city-states to revolutionizing military tactics, and how his leadership laid the foundation for Alexander’s extraordinary career.
Was Philip II overshadowed by his famous son, or does he deserve his place among history’s greatest leaders?
In this clip, I sit down with Alex Rowson, the author of The Young Alexander, to discuss the remarkable legacy of Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great. Together, we delve into Philip’s incredible achievements, from uniting the Greek city-states to revolutionizing military tactics, and how his leadership laid the foundation for Alexander’s extraordinary career.