Which naval confrontation in 405 BC was the decisive final engagement of the Peloponnesian War?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Battle of Aegospotami
- Step 1: The Battle of Aegospotami ( Greek: Μάχη στους Αιγός Ποταμούς ) was a naval confrontation that took place in 405 BC and was the last major battle of the Peloponnesian War. Answer: Battle of Aegospotami. Why not the others: "Battle of Arginusae" was an Athenian naval victory in 406 BC followed by the controversial trial of the generals; "Battle of Cyzicus" was a major Athenian victory in 410 BC where Alcibiades destroyed the Spartan fleet; "Battle of Naupactus" was an early naval victory won by Athenian admiral Phormio in 429 BC.
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