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Archelaus I of Macedon
king of Macedon
Years: 455BCE - 399BCE
Archelaus I is a king of Macedon from 413 to 399 BCE.
He is a capable and beneficent ruler, known for the sweeping changes he makesin state administration, the military, and commerce.
By the time that he dies, Archelaus has succeeded in converting Macedon into a significantly stronger power.
Thucydides credits Archelaus with doing more for his kingdom than all of his predecessors together.
