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107 Sparta Triumphant

Apr 12, 20211 hr 15 min
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Episode description

In this episode, we discuss the final two years of the Peloponnesian War (405-404 BC), including the comedic play "The Frogs" by Aristophanes; Lysander's elevation to Persian satrap, his rebuilding of the Peloponnesian fleet, his tactical moves in the Hellespont, and his crushing victory over the Athenians at Aegospotami; the besiegement and blockade of Athens; and the Athenians' surrender and the terms of the peace treaty

 

Show Notes: http://www.thehistoryofancientgreece.com/2021/04/107-sparta-triumphant.html

 

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