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Alexander the Great Invades Persia

Tides of History

CHAPTER

Empires in Conflict: Athenian and Persian Dynamics

This chapter examines the evolving relationship between the Athenian Empire and Persia, focusing on the influence of conflicts that set the stage for the Peloponnesian War. It highlights the complex interplay of military alliances, mercenary dynamics, and the political landscape during the rise of Alexander the Great, challenging common narratives about the decline of the Persian Empire prior to his invasion.

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