Greek Leaders

Lysander

Conqueror of Athens

Lysander was a Greek admiral active in the 5th c. BC during the Classical period based in Sparta. Was killed in battle.

Historical Note

Ended the Peloponnesian War by destroying the Athenian fleet at Aegospotami. Installed oligarchic puppet governments across Greece. Died at Haliartus in 395 BC.

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