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How had wars affected Greek civilization ? Persian Wars -490-479 B.C • • • • Athenians resentment toward the Persian control over the Greek speaking cities in Asia minor led to a war between the Persian Empire and the Greek city states As a result of Athenian victory, 14 city states formed the Delian League to protect themselves from the Persians allowed Athens greater power and wealth Athenians used the league funds to beautify Athens Peloponnesian War between Sparta and Athens lasted for 27 years • Causesdifferences in culture rivalry for trade Spartans accused Athenians of using funds for personal glory Results: • • • • • • • • • • Sparta defeated Athens Oligarchy replaced democracy corruption in government conflicts among city sates Cultural changes arts reflecting emotions comedies-Aristophanes Philosophers Mathematics Science
