Spartan King Agis campaigns in Athens from "summary" of The History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides
Spartan King Agis, upon receiving the news of the tumult in Athens, saw an opportunity to exploit the chaos and assert Spartan dominance over their long-time rivals. With a well-equipped army at his disposal, Agis wasted no time in launching a campaign to march towards Athens. The Athenians, caught off guard by the sudden aggression of the Spartans, scrambled to prepare a defense against the advancing enemy forces. Agis, known for his strategic prowess, employed cunning tactics to outmaneuver the Athenian defenses and press onwards towards the heart of their city. As Agis and his army drew closer to Athens, panic gripped the inhabitants of the city. The Spartan king's reputation as a fierce warrior and conqueror preceded him, instilling fea...
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