Data
Name: Messene/Ithome
Type: Polity
Start: 369 BC
End: 182 BC
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Messene/Ithome
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A Greek polis in the ancient region of Messenia.
Establishment
Chronology
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1. Theban-Spartan Wars
Was a series of military conflicts fought between Sparta and Thebes for hegemony over Greece. Sparta had emerged victorious from the Peloponnesian War against Athens (431-404 BC), and occupied an hegemonic position over Greece. However, the Spartans' violent interventionism upset their former allies, especially Thebes and Corinth.
1.1.Battle of Leuctra (Aftermath)
The aftermath of the Battle of Leuctra, a battle between the Boeotians and the Spartans.
1.1.1.First Invasion of the Peloponnese
Was a Theban military campaign in the territories of Sparta in the Peoloponnese that resulted in several cities controlled by Sparta becoming independent.
