The Macedonian Phalanx: Equipment, Organization and Tactics from Philip and Alexander to the Roman Conquest

The Macedonian pike phalanx, known for its formidable effectiveness, ruled the battlefields of Greece and the Near and Middle East for more than two centuries. This infantry formation is recognized as one of the most successful of the ancient world, rivaled only by the Roman legions' manipular formation. Its strategic design and execution played a crucial role in shaping military tactics during its era.