In this engaging discussion, John Maurer, an expert on Thucydides, Marc Genest, a political scientist, and Josh Hammond, a Navy commander, delve into the Peloponnesian War's strategic lessons. They debate Athens' rationality in going to war, explore the failed opportunities for peace, and examine the implications of an aggressive versus cautious strategy. With modern parallels to Ukraine, they analyze the harsh responses to revolts and the moral dilemmas of conflict, emphasizing the enduring relevance of Thucydides in contemporary strategy.
