Battle of Delium, 424 BC Athens takes on Sparta Peloponnesian War

The transcript details the conflict between the Delian League, led by Athens, and the Peloponnesian League, led by Sparta. It covers the strategic maneuvers and battles, including Athens' naval victories and the significant Battle of Delium. Despite initial successes, Athens faced setbacks due to Spartan counteractions and internal challenges like the plague. The Battle of Delium marked a turning point, with a decisive victory for the Boeotians and Spartans, leading to prolonged conflict and eventual Athenian surrender.

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