War in Ancient India c6.s6.t4.10

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The initial successes of the Athenians were soon overshadowed by the arrival of the Spartan general Gylippus, who revitalized the Syracusan defense. The tide of the war turned against Athens, and the once-mighty fleet found itself trapped in the Great Harbor of Syracuse. The subsequent battles were disastrous for the Athenians, leading to the total destruction of their forces and the capture of their commanders, Nicias and Demosthenes.