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Future Osprey title: Macedonian Warrior
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Macedonian Warrior

Authors: Waldemar Heckel, Ryan Jones
Illustrator: Christa Hook

Paperback; April 25 2006; 64 pages; ISBN: 1841769509

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During the reigns of Philip II and Alexander the Great, the Macedonian Army – the phalangites – were reformed and drilled into an invincible fighting force with unique tactics and weaponry. The Macedonian warrior during his service would march over 20,000 miles in the most diverse climates and terrains, fighting in four of the epoch battles of the time. This book examines their initial training, rise to an elite unit under Alexander the Great, and eventual defeat at the battle of Pydna, 168 BC. The daily life, weaponry, experience, and motivations of these men are detailed, using primary sources and anecdotal material.

Contents

Introduction: The 'military revolution' that led to the rise of Macedon

Chronology

Formation of the Macedonian Phalanx

Organization

Recruitment

Training

Appearance and Equipment

Conditions of Service

On Campaign

Belief and Belonging

Experience of Battle

Bibliography and Glossary

Websites, Museum collections, re-enactments

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TARBICvS/Jim Bowers
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And as it turned out, according to the newsletter I just got from Osprey, this was April's bestseller.
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