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Author:
Ray, Fred Eugene, 1949-
Title:
Greek and Macedonian land battles of the 4th century B.C. : a history and analysis of 187 engagements / Fred Eugene Ray, Jr.
Publisher:
McFarland & CompanyInc., Publishers,
Copyright Date:
2012, ℗♭2012
Description:
vii, 236 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Subject:
Military art and science--Greece--History--To 500.
Military art and science--Macedonia.
Greece--History, Military--To 146 B.C.
Macedonia--History, Military.
Military history, Ancient.
Battles--History.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Sparta ascendant : overseas battles and the Corinthian War (400-387 B.C.) -- Trained in war : battles around the Mediterranean; Chalcidian, Boeotian and Spartan wars (386-360 B.C.) -- Finding a master : rise of Macedonia; sacred, Persian and Sicilian wars; conquest of Greece (359-336 B.C.) -- Action and glory : battles in the era of Alexander the Great -- Many great combats : battles of the successors.
Summary:
"Drawing from ancient accounts, with suitable analogs, this work offers reconstructions of 187 of the 4th century's most significant land engagements, considering tactical patterns, evolving trends, and the lasting impact of the era's most influential military minds. By separating myth from reality, these recreations provide incredible insight into past ways of war that continue to influence combat today"--Provided by publisher.
ISBN:
0786469730 (softcover : alk. paper)
9780786469734 (softcover : alk. paper)
OCLC:
(OCoLC)793581438
LCCN:
2012033872
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)

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