Messene/Ithome

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Establishment

• January 369 BC: Epaminondas of Thebes freed the helots of Messenia, and rebuilt the ancient city of Messene.

Chronology

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1. Theban-Spartan Wars

Was a series of military conflicts fought between Sparta and Thebes for hegemony over Greece. Sparta had emerged victorious from the Peloponnesian War against Athens (431-404 BC), and occupied an hegemonic position over Greece. However, the Spartans' violent interventionism upset their former allies, especially Thebes and Corinth.

1.1. Battle of Leuctra (Aftermath)

The aftermath of the Battle of Leuctra, a battle between the Boeotians and the Spartans.

1.1.1. First Invasion of the Peloponnese

Was a Theban military campaign in the territories of Sparta in the Peoloponnese that resulted in several cities controlled by Sparta becoming independent.

• January 369 BC: Epaminondas of Thebes freed the helots of Messenia, and rebuilt the ancient city of Messene.

Disestablishment

• January 181 BC: In -182 BC, the Achaean League, led by Philopoemen, expanded its territory by conquering Hypana in Elis, Corone, Messene, Sparta, and Pagae in Attica. This marked a significant military achievement for the league under Philopoemen's leadership.