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What was the primary objective of the Athenians during the Battle of Pylos?
What was the primary objective of the Athenians during the Battle of Pylos?
What strategy did Demosthenes employ during the battle?
What strategy did Demosthenes employ during the battle?
What significant effect did the battle have on the Spartan government?
What significant effect did the battle have on the Spartan government?
What was one of the notable outcomes concerning Spartan supply lines after the battle?
What was one of the notable outcomes concerning Spartan supply lines after the battle?
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Which result occurred as a consequence of the Athenians' refusal to return Spartan ships?
Which result occurred as a consequence of the Athenians' refusal to return Spartan ships?
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What was the primary aim of Lysander during the Battle of Aegospotami?
What was the primary aim of Lysander during the Battle of Aegospotami?
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Which commander led the Athenian forces during the battle?
Which commander led the Athenian forces during the battle?
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What tactic did Lysander employ to gain an advantage in the battle?
What tactic did Lysander employ to gain an advantage in the battle?
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What was a significant consequence of Lysander's victory at Aegospotami?
What was a significant consequence of Lysander's victory at Aegospotami?
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How many Athenian ships were reported lost as a result of the battle?
How many Athenian ships were reported lost as a result of the battle?
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Study Notes
Peloponnesian War Pt. 1
- Battle of Pylos (425 BC): Athenians aimed to control Messina and gain support from Corcyraeans.
- Athenian Strategy: Fortify Pylos to create a threat to Sparta and establish a base. Demosthenes sent forces.
- Athenian Forces: Athenian navy and troops.
- Spartan Forces: Land forces (Zacynthus + Thrasymedes), Peloponnesian troops, and troops from Styphon + Thrasymedes.
- Athenian Tactics: Used naval strength to hold back forces, forced retreats, and destroyed Spartan ships. Sphacteria Island was taken by Sparta who then formed strongholds there to be used for attacks against Athenian bases.
- Spartan Tactics: Focus on holding key positions on the island, followed by attacks on Athenian bases.
- Impact of the Battle: Spartan forces lost members, Spartans struggled to bring supplies to stranded forces, Athenians did not return ships, and the fate of many depended on the outcome. This impacted the overall conflict.
- Key Figures: Demosthenes (Athenian general), Thrasymedes.
- Additional Information: The Athenians were able to trap a large number of Spartan soldiers on Sphacteria. This was an important victory for Athens that led to further conflicts.
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Explore the first part of the Peloponnesian War, focusing on the Battle of Pylos in 425 BC. Learn about the Athenian and Spartan strategies, key forces involved, and the battle's impact on the ongoing conflict. This quiz will test your knowledge of ancient military tactics and historical outcomes.
