032. Sparta : Embassies and Enemies

Spartan History Podcast - A podcast by Steven

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EPISODE 32 EMBASSIES AND ENEMIESBy the middle of the 6th century, Sparta was, through her alliances, the most powerful military force Hellas had yet seen. There was just one thorn in their side, one pressing issue that hadn't been sufficiently resolved, Argos. This time around I'll take an expansive look at the Argive history and break down the enmity between the two cities. Predictably, and it should come as no surprise, it will take war to settle the disputes.Such power and prestige as...