Philip II of Macedon played a crucial role in the history of Athens by defeating the city-state at the Battle of Chaeronea in 338 BCE. Following his victory, he established Macedonian hegemony over Greece, effectively ending Athenian independence. Philip also sought to unify the Greek city-states under his leadership, leading to the formation of the Corinthian League, which aimed to facilitate cooperation against Persia. His actions significantly altered the balance of power in the region and set the stage for the rise of his son, Alexander the great.
The Greek city-states, led by Thebes and Athens.
mecedonia conquered Athens in MID- 330sAthens was conquered by Philip II of Macedon. This happened in 338 BC.
mecedonia conquered Athens in MID- 330sAthens was conquered by Philip II of Macedon. This happened in 338 BC.
An athenian orator named Demosthenes warned Athens and Greece about Philip through a series of orations known as the "Philippics"
An alliance of Greek city states including Athens and Thebes
Philip II of Spain was known as Philip the Prudent
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.
Demosthenes warned his fellow citizens about Philip II of Macedon because he saw him as a threat to the independence and freedom of Athens. Philip's expansionist ambitions and military conquests in the Greek world posed a direct threat to the city-state of Athens and its democratic principles. Demosthenes urged Athenians to unite and oppose Philip in order to protect their way of life.
Philip II died on April 27, 1404.
Philip II was born on January 15, 1342.
Philip II of Piedmont was born in 1340.
Philip II of Piedmont died in 1368.