ancient greece mediterranean ruler

Chapter 138 The Fall of Turui

The bugle of the attack resounded over the city of Thurii. The free people and slaves gathered in the dock areas of the north and south cities received the signal and immediately rose up in rebellion. They took out their hidden weapons and attacked the defenders.

Nancheng is located on the south bank of the Kraty River. Initially, it was because citizens who went to farm on the plains on the south bank of the Kraty River sometimes worked too late and it was dangerous to cross the river at night, so some huts were built on the south bank to stay overnight. Later, it gradually developed into a village. The Ti people crossed the mountains, plundered livestock, killed and wounded citizens, and built a city wall for safety. Therefore, the southern city was not big, and there were not many guards. It was only because they had increased the number of defenders in the past two days, but because of the false truce news before, they were distracted. Due to their lack of preparedness, they had to respond hastily to the attacks by the freedmen, and they were already unable to withstand the attacks.

With almost no attack, the Crotone soldiers crossed the moat, set up a siege ladder, quickly occupied the city head, lowered the drawbridge, and opened the city gate. The Crotone army rushed in and dispersed the defenders. , boarded ferries, cargo ships, and merchant ships in an orderly manner, with free citizens serving as sailors, and quickly sailed to Beicheng Port.

Generals Turui heard that Crotone's army was approaching the city, and before they had time to give orders, they also heard the bad news of the free people's riots at the docks of the North and South City, and they were all panic-stricken.They hastily summoned the citizens to go to the pier to suppress the free people. Old people over the age of 50 and teenagers over the age of 14 all put on armor and picked up shields and spears. For them, this is a critical moment of Turui’s life and death. , every citizen must stand up and defend their homeland.

Although it took some time to gather the citizens, everyone fought against the enemy and killed the unarmed free folk retreating steadily.But at this moment, the Crotone army landed.

As soon as they landed, they attacked Thurii's army directly, and the line of the free people, which was almost broken, was quickly stabilized.

The two sides fought in the narrow streets of the port.Although soldiers continued to land in Crotone, the number of which far exceeded the citizens of Thurii, they could not expand in the narrow alleys.Although Crotone's soldiers are all tall and strong, Thurii's team is mixed with old people and young people, and even the generals are on the field, and there are hundreds of Thurii women behind them who keep shouting for their relatives. Come on, cheer, that is a tragic cry!Crotone is fighting, while Thurii is fighting desperately, so the battle is stalemate!

Melanthius, who had always been at the forefront, was dragged behind because the ferry he was riding was leaking. When he arrived at the pier, there were already many boats parked, and he finally found a space to get ashore.Seeing that the battle situation was stalemate, he immediately ordered the buildings on both sides of the lane to be demolished.

When the Crotone soldiers began to outflank them from both sides, the Thurii people gradually became exhausted. They persisted for a while, and finally retreated as citizens were constantly being killed and wounded.

Neonsis didn't want to run away, but went up to the swarming enemies instead.Since taking office, this civilian-born general has been highly praised by citizens for his down-to-earth style and diligent and serious work attitude. However, less than two months after he reached the top of the city-state's highest position, Turiyi suffered a catastrophe. , he was ashamed and died under the stabbing guns of Crotone soldiers, while Polyxis and other generals turned and fled for their lives.

Burkos and Plesinas led some citizens, women, and children to retreat to the Acropolis on the hillside behind the city.There is the Temple of Apollo and the Altar of the Goddess Hera here. The sacred fire has been burning for 41 years since its completion. It is the spiritual maintenance place of the citizens of Thurii, the resting place of their souls, and the sacred place!The people of Thurii decided to make their last stand here.

After Melancius occupied and pacified other cities, it was too late.He ordered the soldiers to light torches and surround the Acropolis of Thurii, and then asked Polyxes to send a message: Surrender immediately, otherwise the Acropolis of Thurii will be burned.

Burcos and the others did not expect the Crotone people to be so ruthless. After all, Apollo was also the patron saint of the city-state of Crotone. After a painful decision, they opened the door.At this point, Crotone completely occupied the city of Thurii.

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When the news reached Thurii, Davos was watching the citizens' military training in the training camp. He and the team officers were shocked to learn that Thurii had fallen.

"I really didn't expect that Tuliyi would fall like this!" Hilos said with emotion.

"If Turi had not handled the conflict between free people and slaves well, how could Crotone have succeeded so easily!" Amyntas was obviously not convinced by Crotone's record.

"However, the general in Crotone was not simple. Although he had the help of the free people, when he was able to use deceit to deceive Thurii in advance, and then suddenly launched an attack, the offensive organization was also very effective, and he was able to take down the enemy in less than five hours. In the city of Tully, the Crotone soldiers are also well-trained!" Daves analyzed rationally: "The army of Crotone can be said to be the best except for the [-] Spartans led by Cleithops. In addition to the warriors, this is one of the strongest enemies we have encountered so far, so we must be more vigilant!" Davos warned everyone.

"But we are not afraid of him!" Amyntas shouted unconvinced.

"Yes, we must have this spirit! We value our enemies, but we are not afraid of them. We dare to fight any enemy!" Davos encouraged everyone.

"Legion Commander (in the military camp, Davos asked everyone to call him his military position, not his administrative position), how should we respond next?" Alexis asked.

"What do you think?" Davos asked him.

Alexis thought for a while and said: "Send more scouts to monitor the movements of Crotone's army and strengthen Amendolara's defenses..."

"Very good, let's wait and see what happens." Davers said. Although Crotone has occupied Thurii and demonstrated its power, Davers was very happy to see that none of his team officers raised any questions. Take the initiative to show favor to Crotone.

Looking at the soldiers actively training on the training ground, and thinking of the Crotone army that was plundering the city of Thurii, Davos had no fear in his heart.

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At this time, in the city of Turii, Melanthius did not restrain his soldiers after occupying the entire city, causing the soldiers to run rampant in the city, robbing property, wounding people, and even raping women. The people of Turii were miserable.

Melseus fell in love with the most luxurious mansion, and after driving the owner away, he lived in it by himself, and held a banquet with his officers to celebrate the victory.

When he was drinking to his heart's content, he heard the prostitute in his arms say: There is a disciple of the historian Herodotus in the city of Thurii.He immediately became interested and asked the guards to invite this person.

When Ansitanos arrived, he saw a group of Crotones lying on couches in the hall, drinking wine, chewing delicious food, and holding beautiful women in their arms.Most of those who take the initiative to smile and flirt are high-end prostitutes, while those who pretend to be happy are mostly Tuli women.

Some of the Crotones were loudly boasting about this victory and flattering Melanthius; others were telling crude jokes, the stupid and pitiful protagonist being a Thurii; He just moved his hands up and down, and did something shameful with the woman in his arms directly in front of the public... Amid the laughter and sex, Ancitanos had a tense face and stepped on the marble floor with wine liquid flowing everywhere. , enter the hall.

"Oh, the historian of Thurii is here!" Melantheus drank a lot, but his mind was still clear. He patted the plump breasts of the woman in his arms: "Go and pour him a glass of wine."

The woman handed the wine to Ancitanos, and he took a sip without hesitation.

"Turiyi people, are you drinking to celebrate our victory?!" An officer took the opportunity to smile and squeeze him.

"No, I am just remembering Sybaris, a city-state in Magna Graecia that was once famous for its wine. At that time, it was strong and Crotone was weak, just like Crotone and Thurii today, but it persisted Those who bully the weak will eventually perish," Ansitanos said calmly.

"Ha! Ha! Ha!..." Melanthius laughed: "It's a pity that the weak Crotone destroyed the powerful Sybaris at that time! But today, the weak Thurii was defeated by the powerful Crotone Toney occupies, your statement is completely wrong!"

"Gods above, no matter how powerful a city-state is, it will not escape destruction in the end." Ansitanos replied forcefully.

"Maybe one day... uh..." Melanthius burped and said disapprovingly: "But you and I may not have the chance to see it." At this point, he sat up and said loudly: "Listen Say you are a disciple of Herodotus, if you want to write history in the future, will my name and this glorious victory be included in the book for future generations to know?!"

"No, only the crimes and scandals you committed in Thurii!" Ansitanos replied coldly.

"Bold!"

"Don't you, a Tuliyi, want to live?"

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When the officers heard this, they cursed angrily and even threw food at him.

Melantheus waved his hand and ignored Ansitanos's provocation. Instead, he picked up the wine glass and said triumphantly: "'The winner proves his strength with actions, and the loser can only prove his weakness with excuses. 'This is the motto of athletes. The ancient heroes would only enjoy the joy of capturing Troy, and no one would care about the suffering of the conquered Trojans. They must admit defeat, just like Lucania... "

Speaking of this, he suddenly remembered something and asked: "I heard that Dai...Davos, the consul of Amendolara, used 6000 people to annihilate 1 Lucanian coalition forces. Is this true? Fake? Is it Tarantome’s credit? Or is it really his credit?”

"It was indeed the battle he planned and organized." Ansitanos answered truthfully.

"From this point of view, this Davos is still a figure... I wonder who is more powerful than him or me?" Melanthius looked eager to try.

Ansitanos looked at him, and with a thought in his heart, he said: "Behind you stands the mighty Crotone, and behind him there is only the little Amendolara."

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