by Andrew Marshall

What was the First Peloponnesian War (460-445 BC)?

Introduction The First Peloponnesian War (460-445 BC) was fought between Sparta as the leaders of the Peloponnesian League and Sparta’s other allies, most notably Thebes, and the Delian League led by Athens with support from Argos. This war consisted of a series of conflicts and minor wars, such as the Second Sacred War. There were… Read More

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by Andrew Marshall

What was the Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC)?

Introduction The Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC) was an ancient Greek war fought by the Delian League led by Athens against the Peloponnesian League led by Sparta. Also known as the Second Peloponnesian War (First Peloponnesian War 460-445 BC). Historians have traditionally divided the war into three phases. In the first phase, the Archidamian War, Sparta… Read More