Philip II of Macedon[2] (Greek: Φίλιππος Philippos; 382 – 21 October 336 BC) was the king (basileus) of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia from 359 BC until his death in 336 BC.[3] He was a member of the Argead dynasty, founders of the ancient kingdom, and the father of Alexander the Great. He lost his eye in a battle by Methoni. (cache maintenance will be done by our friend Elena who lives nearby in case we are not there)