Peloponnesian War - Part 2: The fragile peace shatters as war breaks out

War did not arrive with the sound of a single thunderclap. Instead, it came with jagged tremors.In the spring of 431 BCE, night pressed heavy over Boeotia. Thebes, an ally of Sparta, launched a surprise attack on Plataea, a small Athenian ally.Learn more at: https://theconflictarchive.com/conflict/peloponnesian-warThe Conflict Archive is a historical documentary series examining the wars and campaigns that shaped civilizations across time.Explore more at:https://theconflictarchive.comIf you enjoy this series, consider supporting our work:https://patreon.com/jonkaiHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.