Armies of the Hellenistic World

Armies of the Hellenistic World, developed after Alexander the Great's empire, combined traditional Greek tactics with new tactics from their diverse regions. They included heavily armed infantry called phalanxes, elite cavalry units, and specialized soldiers. These armies were more flexible and larger than earlier Greek armies, often incorporating innovations like combined arms strategies and diverse troops from different cultures. They played crucial roles in shaping the political landscape for centuries, fighting over territories in the eastern Mediterranean and beyond, blending Greek military techniques with influences from Egypt, Persia, and Central Asia.