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The Battle of Cynoscephalae: Rome Breaks Macedon
In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into the Battle of Cynoscephalae in 197 BCE, where Roman legions clashed with the Macedonian phalanx for the first time. They explore how Titus Quinctius Flamininus outmaneuvered Philip V using the manipular system, a flexible formation that exploited the phalanx's rigidity on rough terrain. The conversation covers the geopolitical backdrop of the Second Macedonian War, the role of the Aetolian League, and the lasting impact of the battle—declaring Greece 'free' under Roman oversight. They also touch on Polybius' anecdote about…
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