- The Fourth Macedonian War (149-148 BCE) was part of the Macedonian Wars (214-148 BCE) fought between Rome and Macedonia.
- In this final War, Rome conquered Greece and it became part of the Roman Empire.
The Reason for the War
- Andriscus claimed the Kingdom of Macedonia, playing himself off as the son of Perseus.
- The Achaean League supported him against Rome.
Description
- In 148 BCE, the Second Battle of Pydna took place where Quintus Caecilius Metellus Macedonicus defeated Andriscus, and burnt Corinth, coinciding with the destruction of Carthage.
The Outcome
- This time Rome did not withdraw the Legions from Greece.
- Greek Independence was ended and it became part of the Roman Empire being forced to pay heavy taxes.
- In 146 BCE Greece formally became the three Provinces of Macedonia, Achaea and Epirus.
Second Battle of Pydna