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The Fall of Athens

The Ancients

CHAPTER

Historian Chronicles: Thucydides and the Peloponnesian War

This chapter explores the historical context and sources surrounding the Peloponnesian War, placing emphasis on Thucydides and his unique perspective as an Athenian general. It also examines the influence of contemporary Athenian drama, the socio-political climate, and the tumultuous life of Alcibiades amid the war's challenges. As the narrative unfolds, it highlights key strategic shifts and battles that ultimately shaped the conflict's outcome.

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