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Battle of Sphacteria
-425 • Peloponnes Belagerung / Infanterie
Historical Overview
A sensational Athenian victory where Spartan hoplites were trapped on an island and surrendered for the first time in history.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Decisive Athenian victory; capture of 120 Spartiates.
Delian League
- Commander: Kleon & Demosthenes
- Strength: ca. 8.000 Leichtbewaffnete & Bogenschützen
- Casualties: Gering
Peloponnesian League
- Commander: Epitadas
- Strength: 440 Hopliten
- Casualties: ca. 128 Gefallene, Rest Gefangenschaft
Strategic Context
Athenian attempt to incite Spartan Helot revolts by establishing a base on the Peloponnese.
Conflict / War
Peloponnesian War
Decisive Athenian victory; capture of 120 Spartiates.
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