Macedonian phalanx

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Macedonian phalanx. 1 connected concept: Battle of Gaugamela (related to).

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The Macedonian phalanx was an infantry formation developed by Philip II from the classical Greek hoplite phalanx, of which the main innovation was the use of the sarissa, a 6-metre pike.

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Tactical unit employed in the battle
The phalanx, armed with the sarissa, formed the core of Alexander's infantry and was instrumental in holding the Persian line while the Companion cavalry struck the center.
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