The Peloponnesian War, Part 1: Plague, Attrition, and a Decade of Bloodshed
Tides of History
In War, Innocence is No Sanctuary
The rules of warfare have evolved, leading to heightened danger for both soldiers and civilians, as exemplified by the treatment of the Aegean Tans, who faced execution amid conflict. The strategic importance of Maghara was crucial, with an Athenian attempt to capture it thwarted by betrayal and Spartan intervention, resulting in the solidification of Maghara as a Spartan ally. The Athenians, undeterred, launched a multi-pronged invasion into Boisia, combining military action with support for democratic uprisings, indicating a strategic push to establish control and influence in the region.
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