In this episode, we discuss the years 421-418 BC of the Peloponnesian War, including the breakdowns of the Peace of Nikias; the rise of Alcibiades to prominence at Athens; the differences that arose between Sparta and some of their dissident allies; the diplomatic maneuverings that resulted in the quadruple alliance between Athens, Argos, Mantinea, and Elis; and the decisive Spartan victory at the Battle of Mantinea

 

Show Notes: http://www.thehistoryofancientgreece.com/2019/12/098-peace-unravels.html

 

Intro by Jacob Collier of The Podcast on Germany 

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