338 B.C. Battle of Chaeronea

• The first Battle of Chaeronea was fought in August 338 B.C.

• Macedonia, led by Philip II and his 18-year-old son Alexander , defeated the Greek poleis of Athens and Thebes.

• The battle was the culmination of Philip's campaign in Greece and resulted in a decisive victory for the Macedonians.

• Source:http://www.ancient.eu/Battle_of_Chaeronea/