Spartan power wanes from "summary" of The History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides
The decline of Spartan power became increasingly evident as the years passed. Once considered the dominant force in the region, Sparta's influence began to waver as other city-states grew in strength and ambition. The once indomitable Spartan military, known for its discipline and prowess, found itself facing new challenges and adversaries that tested its traditional methods of warfare. The Peloponnesian War, a conflict that pitted Sparta against Athens and their respective allies, exposed the weaknesses in Sparta's military strategy. Despite their initial successes in the war, the Spartans found themselves struggling to maintain their dominance over the Athenians. The long and bloody conflict drained Spartan resources and manpower, revealing the limits of their power. As the war dragged on, Sparta's allies grew disillusioned with their leadership and began to question the wisdom of following Spartan directives. The ...
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