This dissertation was written as part of the MA in the Classical Archaeology and Ancient
History of Macedonia at the International Hellenic University.
This dissertation details the life and actions of Amyntas III, king of Macedonia and father
of Philip II. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the various historical perspectives concerning
this underappreciated historical figure. These modern interpretations are substantiated by the
ancient writings of the Greek historians. These include but are not limited to: Justin, Diodorus
Siculus, Aeschines, Xenophon, and Isocrates. The historiographical analysis of the relevant
modern sources are highlighted by a detailed description of the works of NGL Hammond, Robert
Lane Fox, Eugene Borza, and CJ King. These monographs are supported by a collection of
secondary sources found from a collection of historical and archaeological journals.
The second part of this dissertation deals with the available epigraphic and numismatic
sources associated with Amyntas III. Particular topics of interest include the identification and
observation of the extant remains of royal treaties and coins minted with the emblems of the
Temenid royal house.
The third and final section of the dissertation provides a narrative based analysis of the
reign of Amyntas III. This process is prefaced by a look into the nature of the Macedonian royal
succession, a process thrown into chaos by the unexpected murder of the Macedonian king
Archelaus. This section will be followed by an observation of Amyntas’ family and how he dealt
with the Illyrian threat of 393 BC. The final two sections of this narrative will detail Amyntas’
dynamic and often volatile relations with both the Chalcidians and Athenians.
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