The Siege of Athens
On this day it happened
the siege of Athens in 86 BC. which was a crucial event during the First Mithridatic War between the Roman Republic and the Athenian tyrant Aristion.
The Roman general Lucius Cornelius Sulla led the Roman forces in this conflict.
Sulla besieged the city of Athens, which was defended by Aristion and his allies.
After a prolonged siege, Athens was finally captured, resulting in Aristion's defeat.
The fall of Athens marked a milestone in ancient history, as it consolidated Roman power in the region and had a significant impact on Greek politics.How Did Julius Caesar End the Republic?
Caesar’s crossing of the Rubicon in 49 BCE sparked civil war, ending Senate control. After defeating Pompey, he declared himself dictator for life, centralizing power. His assassination in 44 BCE was meant to save the Republic, but it only led to more turmoil, paving the way for the Roman Empire.
