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The Aftermath of the Peloponnesian War and the March of the 10,000 Greeks

Tides of History

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Xenophon's journey eastward with Proxanus was fueled by his disdain for brutality and inefficiency, particularly in the political landscape of his home city. Despite Socrates' advice against leaving, Xenophon felt compelled to act after receiving divine approval from the oracle at Delphi. His account of the expedition, known as the Anabasis, is a unique blend of candid experience and reflection, emerging 30 years after the events took place. While he aimed to portray himself favorably in his narrative and was not an impartial observer, his work remains a significant historical document, offering an invaluable firsthand perspective of a military campaign.

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