Philip II
"Philip of Macedon", 382–336 b.c., king of Macedonia 359–336 (father of Alexander the Great).
"Philip Augustus", 1165–1223, king of France 1180–1223.
1527–98, king of Spain 1556–98 (husband of Mary I).
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Maximilian found time to make earnest but unavailing efforts to mediate between his cousin, Philip II.
Philip II added extensive modern fortifications, and caused to be pulled down all the neighbouring towers which overlooked them.
Italian Highways and Byways from a Motor Car | Francis MiltounPhilip II sent as many reenforcements as the dreadful importunity of his viceroy demanded.
Philip II missed the fruits of a deed which cost him his royal honor, and perhaps, also, his self-respect.
Their qualities are those of the lyrics; they have, above all, that vast power of vision which sets Philip II.
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British Dictionary definitions for Philip II
382–336 bc, king of Macedonia (359–336); the father of Alexander the Great
known as Philip Augustus. 1165–1223, Capetian king of France (1180–1223); set out on the Third Crusade with Richard I of England (1190)
1527–98, king of Spain (1556–98) and, as Philip I, king of Portugal (1580–98); the husband of Mary I of England (1554–58). He championed the Counter-Reformation, sending the Armada against England (1588)
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