Philipp II of Macedon was a king of the ancient kingdom of Macedon from 359 to 336 BC. He is best known for unifying the fragmented city-states of Greece under his rule, using both military strength and diplomatic marriages. His reign marked the rise of Macedon as a powerful state in the region. Philipp II was the father of Alexander the Great, one of history's most famous conquerors. He reformed the Macedonian army, introducing new tactics and equipment that made it highly effective. His achievements laid the groundwork for the expansion of the Macedonian Empire under Alexander.