The Delian League
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After the Persian Wars, the Greeks felt they
needed to defend themselves.
Greek city-states unite to form Delian League
as result of Persian Wars.
Defensive alliance to protect against future
attacks.
Athens is leader; Sparta does not join.
Over 200 City-states join the Delian League.
Athens now had reason to use it’s powerful
navy and control other members of the
League.
Problems with the Delian
League
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All wealth went to Athens because they
provided protection.
Misused money and built many extravagant
buildings to show off.
EX: Parthenon
**This is a period of great cultural
achievement for Greece known as the
“Golden Age of Pericles”**
Other members of League get upset.
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Down with the Delian League!!!
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Members unhappy with Athens controlling
everything.
Trade disagreements erupted.
Extreme tension between Sparta and Athens.
All leads to collapse of Delian League and start
of…
PELOPONNESIAN WAR!!!!
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