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Agesilaus' Overcoming Handicap
- Agesilaus was born with a lame leg but channeled it into energy and ambition.
- He made jokes at his own expense and worked harder to prove Sparta did not err in sparing him.
Spartan Political Division Post-War
- Sparta was divided between the 'Respectability' and 'Greatness' parties after the Peloponnesian War.
- Agesilaus supported the 'Greatness' party aiming to lead all Greeks and extend Spartan power.
Agesilaus' Struggle With Lysander
- Agesilaus deliberately undermined Lysander to assert his authority as king.
- Despite harsh actions, he planned to reconcile Lysander later, valuing his talents.