Brasidas
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For the stick insects, see Brasidas (insect).
Brasidas (Greek: Βρασίδας, died 422 BC) was the most distinguished Spartan officer during the first decade of the Peloponnesian War.[1] He died during the Second Battle of Amphipolis while winning one of his most spectacular victories.
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Brasidas | |
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Native name | Βρασίδαno |
Died | 422 BC Amphipolis |
Buried | Amphipolis |
Allegiance | Sparta |
Rank | General |
Battles/wars | Peloponnesian War |
Relations | Argileonis (mother) |
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