#24 - ALEXANDER THE GREAT: The Making of a King (Philip II, Macedonia & Granicus Conquest).

In Episode #24, Step into the ancient world of Macedonia, nearly 2300 years ago, exploring King Philip II's transformative reign alongside Greece, Sparta and other reigns. Discover the Hellenic League's intricacies, Philip's military reforms like the phalanx formation and sarissa spear, and his wife Olympias's influential role and Greek Gods. Dive into Alexander the Great's upbringing under Aristotle, the dramatic events surrounding Philip II's assassination, and Alexander's swift ascension to power. Unravel the logistics of Alexander's army, pivotal battles like Granicus, and legendary moments such as the Gordian Knot. 00:00 - Intro 03:10 - Sources 05:11 - Early Macedonia 11:43 - Philip || & Regional Disputes 15:47 - Hellenic League 17:38 - Philip ||’s Military Reforms 19:24 - Phalanx & Oblique Order 25:34 - Sarissa & Wedge Formation 30:40 - Hoplite 31:19 - Alexander’s Early age 36:33 - League of Corinth 38:52 - Family Feuds 41:51 - Philip || Assissination 45:46 - Olympias & Greek Gods 46:41 - Greek Heros & Troy 48:35 - Alexander, Heir to Throne 50:56 - Securing neighbouring regions 56:00 - Alexander’s Army Logistics 59:56 - Entering Asia Minor 01:05:47 - Battle Of Granicus (334 BC) 01:14:13 - Coastal Conquests & Naval Fleets 01:15:15 - Gordian Knot 01:16:02 - Upcoming Battles