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The Peloponnesian War, Part 1: Plague, Attrition, and a Decade of Bloodshed
Tides of History
Choose Diplomacy Over Defeat
The Spartan assembly's approval of war highlights the divide in sentiment, with some Spartans wary of confronting the Athenian resources. Meanwhile, the Corinthians eagerly prepared for the conflict. The Spartan ultimatum to Athens, posed as an impossible demand for surrendering their empire, was met with firm rejection. Athenian statesman Heracles articulated a clear stance against capitulation, advocating instead for arbitration to resolve the impasse, emphasizing the importance of maintaining their sovereignty and negotiating for a more favorable outcome.
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