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The Macedonian Phalanx: Equipment, Organization & Tactics from Philip and Alexander to the Roman Conquest Kindle Edition

by Richard Taylor (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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An overview on one of the most successful infantry formations used by Alexander the Great and his successors to dominate the ancient world.

The Macedonian pike phalanx dominated the battlefields of Greece and the Near and Middle East for over two centuries. It was one of the most successful infantry formations of the ancient world, only rivaled by the manipular formation of the Roman legions. The phalanx was a key factor in the battlefield success of Alexander the Great and after his death dominated the armies of his Successors (the Diadochoi), who ruled from Greece and Egypt to the borders of India. Richard Taylor gives an overview of the phalanx’s development, organization, equipment and training. He analyses the reasons for its success, with an emphasis on case studies of the many battles in which it was used, from Philip II’s reign to the Mithridatic Wars. He discusses whether the famous defeats by the Romans necessarily mean it was inherently inferior to the manipular legion tactics, and considers what other factors were in play. The clear, accessible and well-researched text is supported by diagrams and battle maps, making this an outstanding study of this mighty formation.
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Colonel Richard Taylor was an original member of the first modern ranger battalion. He also commanded an infantry training battalion, served with the 82nd Airborne Division during Operation Urgent Fury in Grenada, directed an academic department at the Army's Staff College, provided military advice to NATO's arms control negotiations during the break up of the Warsaw pact, and was the Chief of Military Assistance in the Philippines during the closing of bases there. Taylor earned two Masters degrees from Boston University. He lives in the Atlanta area with his wife Sandy.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09Q6FQMYM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pen & Sword Military (December 2, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 2, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 15837 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 480 pages
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Dr Richard Taylor holds a DPhil in Ancient History from Oxford University, and has worked in publishing and IT.

His books The Macedonian Phalanx and The Greek Hoplite Phalanx have been widely praised:

'These books are well written, highly readable, and thought-provoking. I really enjoyed reading them, and I would recommend both not just to the specialist, but to anyone with an interest in ancient warfare. They are excellent both as introductions to their subjects, and as statements of the current position of scholarship for those who know a bit more.'

Duncan Head, author of Armies of the Macedonian and Punic Wars

'easily the most comprehensive treatment of the subject to date. His command of all the available source material, both literary and material, is unrivalled.'

Myke Cole, author of Legion versus Phalanx

'Splendid book on the Macedonian phalanx covering every aspect and angle relating to it. If you have any questions about Philip and Alexander's formidable infantry formation, you'll find detailed analyses and all the discussion you need here.'

David Karunanithy, author of The Macedonian War Machine

'a thoughtful, engaging account of the ancient pike phalanx. By drawing upon literature, inscriptions, archaeology, and comparative evidence it uses the best available methods in ancient history. The Macedonian Phalanx brings original answers to old questions.'

Sean Manning, bookandsword.com

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An in depth considered review of the Macedonian Phalanx. Author explains reasons and background behind his assumptions and conclusions, you can agree or disagree. Will be purchasing the sister volume on the Greek Phalanx.
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