OCR GCSE Ancient History · J198
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An alliance of Greek states led by Athens that continued the war against Persia after Xerxes’ invasion, seeking to free Greek cities and prevent renewed Persian attacks.
Revise: Xerxes’ Building Projects and the Battle of EurymedonThe Delian League, an alliance led by Athens, continued the struggle. Under the Athenian commander Cimon, it took the war into territory controlled by Persia.
- Revise: The Development of the Athenian Empire
- Revise: Thucydides
An alliance led by Athens to campaign against Persia, whose treasury and meetings were originally located on Delos. Members contributed money or ships.