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Xanthippos
Athenian politician who prosecutes the hero of Marathon and later commands Greek forces in the final victory at Mycale.
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Also known as Xanthippos the son of Ariphron
First appearance: book vi erato
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Xanthippos belongs to the generation of Athenian leaders who navigate the treacherous politics of the post-Marathon years, where yesterday's savior can become today's defendant. His prosecution of Miltiades on charges…
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- Kings and commanders of the Greco-Persian Wars
- Greek lawgivers and tyrants
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