Ionian Revolt Flashcards
Who do the exciled tyrants consult? What do they ask him? (2)
- Astagoras
- to help them get back into their city
Who does Astagoras pass the message to? How does him persuade him to help them? (2)
- Artaphernes
- he offers him wealth and the opportunity to expand the empire if the expedition is a succee
After Darius agrees to help them, who does Artaphernes put in charge? (1)
- Megabates, his cousin
Why can’t they get into the city? (1)
There’s a huge wall blocking entry
How long do Megabates and his army spend trying to get into the city before they give up and return home? (1)
4 months
Which city state are the exciled tyrants from? (1)
Naxos
Why does Astagoras choose to revolt? (2)
- He’ll take the blame for the failed expedition as he can no longer fulfil his promise to Artaphernes
- Histaeous convinces him to
Why does Histiaeous want Astagoras to revolt? (2)
- He’s unhappy with his residence in Susa as Xerxes advisor
- a revolt would give him a chance to go to Sardis and fight
Which states join the revolt? (2)
Athens
Etrecia
Which major state refuses to help? Why? (2)
Sparta
They don’t along well with other states
Where do the Ionians meet before marching on Sardis? (1)
Ephases
Where do the Persians catch the Ionians after the destruction of Sardis? (1)
At Epheus
Why do the Athenians retreat when the Persians catch them? (1)
- They’ve got the wealth they fought for
