Flashcards on Philip II and Alexander the Great

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Philip II

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King of Macedonia who strengthened his power and laid the groundwork for his son, Alexander the Great.

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Macedonia

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A kingdom in the northern Greek peninsula, home to Philip II and Alexander the Great.

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Alexander the Great

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A Macedonian ruler known for creating one of the largest empires in history and spreading Greek culture.

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Darius III

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The Persian king defeated by Alexander the Great, leading to the fall of the Persian Empire.

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Macedonians

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People from Macedonia who were united and empowered by Philip II.

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Philip II's actions to conquer Greece

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He used military and diplomatic strategies to bring Greek city-states under Macedonian control.

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End of Greek independence

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Occurred when Philip II conquered the Greek city-states.

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Alexander's goals in Persia

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To conquer and expand his empire, spreading Greek culture and influence.

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Defeat of Darius III

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Alexander's military success that led to the control of Persia.

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Significance of Alexandria in Egypt

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A major center of learning and culture founded by Alexander the Great.