# Aristaeus — History of the Peloponnesian War character guide

> Aristaeus in History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the Corinthian Aristeus

**First appearance:** 0002-book-i

## Who they are

Corinthian general who fought at Potidaea.

## In the story

### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/history_of_the_peloponnesian_war_se/chapters/ii)

Corinthian commander who leads reinforcements to Potidaea and is a steady friend to the Potidaeans.

### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/history_of_the_peloponnesian_war_se/chapters/vii)

The Corinthian captured and executed by the Athenians along with other envoys for his role in Potidaean affairs.

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