Cleombrotus I
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Cleombrotus I (Greek: Κλεόμβροτος), was a Spartan king from 380 BC until 371 BC. Little is known of Cleombrotus' early life, however he became king of Sparta after the death of his brother Aegisipolis II in 380 BC. Cleombrotus led the Spartan-Peloponesian army against the Thebans under Epaminondas in the Battle of Leuctra. His death and the utter defeat of his army led to the end of Spartan dominance in ancient Greece.
[edit] Further reading
- J.K. Anderson, Military Theory and Practice in the Age of Xenophon, London, 1970
| Preceded by: Agesipolis I | Agiad King of Sparta 380–371 BC | Succeeded by: Agesipolis II |
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