Tithraustes

AncientPoliticianAchaemenid Empire-420 — -380

Tissaphernes successor, paid Agesilaus to leave.

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Quick Facts

Born

420 BCE

Died

380 BCE

Country

Achaemenid Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)21

Political (20%)42

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)25

Total Score40.0

Tithraustes — Complete Timeline

395 BC

Appointed Satrap of LydiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Tithraustes succeeded Tissaphernes as satrap of Lydia after executing him. He was tasked with restoring Persian control and dealing with the Spartan threat under Agesilaus II.

AppointmentSatrapySuccession

Impact: regional

Paid Agesilaus to Leave Asia MinorPolitical Action◆ Major

Tithraustes negotiated with Spartan King Agesilaus II, offering 30 talents of silver and a truce to persuade him to leave Asia Minor. Agesilaus accepted and moved his campaign to Greece, ending the immediate threat.

DiplomacyBriberyAgesilaus

Impact: regionalconstructive