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The Peloponnesian War, Part 1: Plague, Attrition, and a Decade of Bloodshed
Tides of History
Seize Opportunities to Strengthen Control
A month-long siege by Archidomus served only to discomfort the Athenians without achieving significant military goals. In response, the Athenians proactively dispatched a fleet to execute limited, strategic objectives. They raided the coastline, avoided major confrontations, and captured key towns and islands, including the critical island of Ijina. By decisively taking Ijina and resettling it with their own population, the Athenians eliminated a long-standing maritime rival and secured their main harbor against future threats.
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