Second Arcadian War: Ancient Historical War (560 BC) This thoroughly researched account presents the Second Arcadian War of 560 BC as a critical turning point in ancient Greek military history. From the detailed analysis of hoplite tactics to the brutal sieges and political intrigues among Arcadian city-states, this work offers readers an authoritative perspective on warfare in the classical era. Military historians and history lovers will find vivid depictions of battles, siegecraft, and the human cost of conflict, set against the backdrop of shifting alliances in the Peloponnese. Covering key events such as the Siege of Tegea, the Battle of Lykosoura, and the Mantinea Accord, this book sheds light on strategies and outcomes that influenced later Greek warfare and shaped regional power for generations. Complete with rich contextual background and primary-source-based scholarship, it stands as an essential resource for understanding a lesser-known but decisive war that echoes through classical history.
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