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The famous orator Demosthenes (384-322 BC) spoke out against alliances with Philip II and with Philip's son, Alexander the Great. Athens was conquered, but retained some autonomy under Macedonian rule. Demosthenes exploited anti-Macedonian sentiments for most of his political career.
Philip, as the King of Spain, wanted to marry Mary I of England to strengthen his political influence in Europe and potentially gain control over England. The marriage would also help strengthen Catholic alliances in the region and potentially lead to the restoration of Catholicism in England.
King Philip II of Spain first proposed to Queen Elizabeth I of England in 1559. The proposal was part of political alliances and ambitions, as Philip sought to strengthen Spain's influence. However, Elizabeth ultimately rejected the proposal, choosing to remain single and maintain her independence.
Philip of Macedon got Greek cities to join him by using a combination of military force, political alliances, and diplomacy. He utilized military victories, strategic marriages, and offering protection in exchange for their loyalty to control and unify Greece under his rule.
King Philip of Macedon conquered the rest of Greece through a combination of military tactics, diplomacy, and creating alliances with various city-states. He used advanced military strategies, such as the phalanx formation, to defeat his opponents in battle, while also using marriage alliances and political manipulation to gain control over the Greek city-states.
By conquest and political maneuvering.
Philip Kingsford has written: 'Two lectures upon the study of political philosophy' -- subject(s): Philosophy, Law, Political science
Philip E. Converse has written: 'Political representation in France'
Philip Henry Phenix has written: 'Realms of meaning'
Philip II of Macedon was the son of King Amyntas III and Queen Eurydice. His father, Amyntas III, was a ruler who played a crucial role in unifying the Macedonian kingdom, while his mother, Eurydice, was a member of the royal family, which helped strengthen political alliances. Philip's lineage and upbringing significantly influenced his later achievements as a military leader and king.