The Wars of Alexander's Successors 323 – 281 BC : Volume 2 - Battles and Tactics

When the dying Alexander the Great was asked to whom he bequeathed his vast empire, he supposedly replied ‘to the strongest.’ There ensued a long series of struggles between his generals and governors for control of these vast territories.Most of these Diadochi, or successors, were consummate professionals who had learned their trade under Alexander and, in some cases, his father Philip. This second volume studies how they applied that experience and further developed the art of war in a further four decades of warfare. This is a period rich in fascinating tactical developments. The all-conquering Macedonian war machine developed by Philip and Alexander was adapted in various ways (such as the addition of war elephants) by the different successors according to their resources. Siege and naval warfare is also included. About the Author: Bob Bennett and Mike Roberts are authors of The Wars of Alexander's Successors vol 1 (Pen & Sword 2008) and vol 2 (Pen & Sword 2009). Mike Roberts is a social worker by training but has had a long-standing interest in the military history of the Classical world. He is the co-author (with his good friend Bob Bennett) of several well-received books: The Wars of Alexander’s Successors (volumes I and II); The Twilight of the Hellenistic World and The Spartan Supremacy. This is his second solo book, following Two Deaths at Amphipolis.He lives in Dudley. Ancient history: to c 500 CE Volume 1 concentrated on the broad strategic narrative and chronology of the wars; this volume zooms in to the tactical and operational level to detail the composition, equipment and tactics of the armies that fought the great battles of the Diadochi. V. 1. Commanders & Campaigns -- V. 2. Armies, Tactics And Battles. Bob Bennett & Mike Roberts. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.