Conon
Greece·5th century BC
This entity is not a pope. Conon was an Athenian general active at the end of the Peloponnesian War. He played a crucial role in the Battle of Aegospotami and later contributed to Athens' recovery and resurgence.
Key Facts
- ›An Athenian general during the Peloponnesian War.
- ›Led Athenian naval forces at the decisive Battle of Aegospotami.
- ›Escaped the defeat at Aegospotami and sought refuge in Cyprus.
- ›Later commanded a Persian fleet that achieved victory at the Battle of Cnidus.
- ›Played a significant role in the restoration of Athens' political and military power.
- ›His son, Timotheus, also became a prominent general.
- Commanded the Athenian Fleet After Alcibiades.
- Fought At the Battle of Mytilene, Losing Thirty Ships.
- Led Athenian Forces At the Battle of Aegospotami, Where the Navy Was Defeated.
- Escaped the Battle of Aegospotami and Fled To Cyprus.
- Commanded A Persian-Backed Fleet That Defeated the Spartans At Cnidus.
- Contributed To the Fortification of Piraeus and Reconstruction of Athens' Long Walls.
Alcibiades, Callicratidas, Lysander, Evagoras of Cyprus, Pharnabazus, Artaxerxes, Peisander, Tissaphernes, Tiribazus, Timotheus
About Conon
Conon: Athenian General and Restorer of Power
Conon was a prominent Athenian general active during the tumultuous end of the Peloponnesian War (before 443 BC – c. 389 BC). His military career was marked by both significant defeat and crucial contributions to the resurgence of Athenian influence.
Command and Defeat
Conon assumed command of the Athenian fleet following Alcibiades' departure. He faced the formidable Spartan commander Callicratidas, suffering a considerable loss of ships in a battle off Mytilene. Later, in 405 BC, Conon led the Athenian forces against the Peloponnesian fleet under Lysander at the Battle of Aegospotami. This engagement proved disastrous for Athens, with the majority of the fleet captured and its crews executed. Conon, however, managed to escape with a small number of ships, fleeing to Cyprus.
Restoration and Later Career
Conon later found an opportunity for revenge and to aid Athens by aligning with the Persian satrap Pharnabazus. He was given command of a substantial Persian fleet and, in 394 BC, achieved an overwhelming victory against the Spartans at the Battle of Cnidus. Following this success, Conon returned to Athens, where he used Persian resources to help fortify Piraeus and reconstruct the long walls connecting it to the city. These actions significantly restored Athens' political and military standing in Greece, undoing some of the consequences of the Peloponnesian War.
Legacy
Conon's career highlights the shifting alliances and power dynamics of the period. His ultimate fate is uncertain, with conflicting ancient accounts suggesting either death in Asia or retirement and death in Cyprus. His efforts, however, were instrumental in Athens' temporary recovery as a major Greek power.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Conon?
Conon was an Athenian general who lived during the late 5th century BC. He is primarily known for his military actions during the Peloponnesian War and his role in the subsequent restoration of Athenian power.
What was Conon's role in the Battle of Aegospotami?
Conon commanded the Athenian naval forces at the Battle of Aegospotami in 405 BC. The Athenian fleet was caught unprepared and largely destroyed by the Peloponnesian fleet under Lysander, a defeat that effectively ended the Peloponnesian War.
What happened to Conon after the Battle of Aegospotami?
Conon managed to escape the disaster at Aegospotami with eight ships. He fled to Evagoras of Cyprus, fearing retribution from the Athenian people for the loss of the fleet.
How did Conon contribute to the restoration of Athens?
Later in his career, Conon commanded a Persian-backed fleet and achieved a significant victory over the Spartans at the Battle of Cnidus in 394 BC. He then returned to Athens with Persian support, helping to fortify Piraeus and reconstruct the city's long walls, which helped restore Athens' status as a major power.
What was Conon's fate?
Accounts differ on Conon's final years. Some ancient writers suggest he was put to death in Asia, while others more likely state that he retired to Cyprus and died there.
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