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Athens navy protected it from sea invasions as well as protecting there own ships that they used for trade. The navy also allowed Athens to settle colonies in other places.

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Who won the Pelopanesis war?

Sparta beat Athens with the help of the Persians. The Spartans sold land in Asia Minor so that they could build a navy with that navy they crushed Athens' navy and Athens surrendered.


Who had the superior army and navy between Athens and Sparta?

A navy is not on land, so neither had the best navy.


Why Athens was able to develop a powerful navy?

Athens developed a powerful navy due to its strategic location and emphasis on trade, which made maritime strength essential for protecting its interests. The city-state invested heavily in shipbuilding, particularly triremes, which were fast and agile warships. Moreover, the wealth generated from its empire and trade routes allowed Athens to fund and maintain a large fleet. This naval power became pivotal in securing victories, such as at the Battle of Salamis, solidifying Athens' dominance in the Aegean.


Why did the Athenians excel on the arts?

athens was successful because of its military and its government both were strong


Who had the best navy Athens or Sparta?

Well, in the early stages of the Peloponnesian War (431B.C. - 404B.C.), Athens had a far better Navy. There Superior Navy allowed it to conquer The West Coast of Asia Minor and most of the Aegen Islands. But later, Sparta made there own Navy by buying ships for The Persian Empire. Sparta's Navy allowed it to defeat Athens , but this was more due to the factthat Athens was already surrounded by Sparta and its Allies by land. But, overall Athens always had a better Navy. Hope I answered your question. :)

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What was Athens main strength?

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What are the strength and weaknesses of Sparta?

Sparta - its army. Athens - its navy.


How did Athens benefit from its navy?

Athens always had a strong navy and they have benefitted their navy because of it's power.


Which side Athens or Sparta controlled more coastal areas?

Athens Athens was a navy city, whose power lay on the ocean with her ships. Sparta was a land city, whose power lay with her hoplites and warrior strength.


Athens had a powerful?

Athens had a powerful navy.


Who had a stronger navy Athens or Sparta?

athens


Did Athens or Sparta have a strong navy?

Athens had a strong navy, while Sparta had a better army


Who won the Pelopanesis war?

Sparta beat Athens with the help of the Persians. The Spartans sold land in Asia Minor so that they could build a navy with that navy they crushed Athens' navy and Athens surrendered.


Did the Athens have the strongest navy?

Yes.


Which was an advantage of Athens during the Peloponnesian War?

The advantage that Athens had during the Peloponnesian wars was that they had a bigger army. They also had a larger Navy.


What was the main reason that Athens and Sparta fought the Peloponnesian War?

The main reason Athens and Sparta fought the Peloponnesian War was the growing tension and rivalry between their contrasting political systems and alliances. Athens, with its powerful navy and democratic government, sought to expand its influence through the Delian League, while Sparta led the Peloponnesian League, promoting oligarchic values and military strength. This fundamental clash of ideologies, coupled with competition for control over Greek city-states, ultimately led to the protracted conflict that defined the era.