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The Struggle for Hegemony in Fourth-Century Greece - Lecture 21

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Explore the aftermath of the Peloponnesian War in this lecture from Yale University's "Introduction to Ancient Greek History" course. Delve into Sparta's rise to dominance over other Greek poleis and the controversial policies of Spartan general Lysander. Examine the resistance to Spartan rule, including the role of Thrasybulus in opposing Sparta and restoring Athenian democracy. Learn about the Thirty Oligarchs, the features of restored democracy, and the broader struggle for hegemony in fourth-century Greece. Gain insights into this pivotal period of ancient Greek history through Professor Kagan's comprehensive analysis, covering topics from Spartan power dynamics to the eventual reestablishment of Athenian democratic institutions.

Syllabus

- Chapter 1. Spartan Power After the War
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- Chapter 2. Lysander and His Tyrannical Policies
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- Chapter 3. Resistance to Spartan Rule; Critias
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- Chapter 4. The Thirty Oligarch
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- Chapter 5. Thrasybulus Opposes Sparta and Democracy Is Restored
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- Chapter 6. Features of Restored Democracy
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