In this episode, we discuss the final two years of the Peloponnesian War (405-404 BC), including the comedic play "The Frogs" by Aristophanes; Lysander's elevation to Persian satrap, his rebuilding of the Peloponnesian fleet, his tactical moves in the Hellespont, and his crushing victory over the Athenians at Aegospotami; the besiegement and blockade of Athens; and the Athenians' surrender and the terms of the peace treaty
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Supplementary Resources (Videos, Photos, Other Podcasts)
Video/The Peloponnesian War (Khan Academy)
Video/The Peloponnesian War (Epimetheus)
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