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The Spartans

Season 1 Episode 3: Sparta's Destruction

Alcibiades, a renowned Athenian statesman, abandons Athens to join Sparta, employing his tactical prowess to inform and guide military decisions. His suggestion to launch a daring assault on Syracuse in Sicily leads to a devastating defeat for Athens, resulting in the capture of its entire milita...

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Sparta's Social System

1. Sparta's Social System

Aired: Nov 17, 2002

The Dorian settlers arrive in the Eurotas valley, introducing the cultures of...

Episode 2 Sparta's Rivalry

2. Sparta's Rivalry

Aired: Nov 24, 2002

Athens prospers under Pericles' leadership, experiencing an economic boom and...

Episode 3 Sparta's Destruction

3. Sparta's Destruction

Aired: Dec 1, 2002

Alcibiades, a renowned Athenian statesman, abandons Athens to join Sparta, em...

Info about The Spartans

Network: Channel 4

Genres:Documentary, History

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Bettany HughesWriter