Macedonia (ancient region)

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Ancient region of Greece, forming parts of modern Greece, Bulgaria, and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. Macedonia (or Macedon) gained control of Greece after Philip II's victory at Chaeronea in 338 BC. His son, Alexander the Great, conquered a vast empire. Macedonia became a Roman province in 146 BC.

Red may suggest bloodshed or liberty. White symbolizes purity. Green represents Islam. Effective date: 3 July 1962. >>