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Strombichides

Athenian admiral active in the Ionian War.

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First appearance: book i

Strombichides first appears in 0002 book i.

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CHChalcideusTHTherimenesALAlcibiadesDEDercyllidasTITissaphernesSTStrombichides

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  • Diverse Figures of the War
  • Spartan Admirals and Governors
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