Deciphering the Downfall- Unraveling the Reasons Behind Athens’ Defeat in the Peloponnesian War

Why did the Athenians lose the Peloponnesian War? This question has intrigued historians and scholars for centuries. The Peloponnesian War, fought between Athens and Sparta from 431 to 404 BCE, was one of the most significant conflicts in ancient Greek history. Despite Athens being a powerful city-state and a leader of the Delian League, it ultimately succumbed to Sparta and its allies. This article aims to explore the various factors that contributed to Athens’ defeat in the Peloponnesian War.