Peloponnesian War: Lessons Learned for Indonesia’s Foreign Policy and Defense Strategy

Moestika Moettaqaliman; Helda Risman; Fauzia G. Cempaka Timur; Agus Adriyanto

doi:10.55927/fjst.v4i2.11

Authors

Moestika Moettaqaliman Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Helda Risman Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Fauzia G. Cempaka Timur Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Agus Adriyanto Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/fjst.v4i2.11

Keywords:

Land, Naval, Peloponnesian, Strategy, War

Abstract

The Peloponnesian War was a protracted conflict fought between the city-states of Sparta and Athens, along with their respective allies, in ancient Greece from 431 to 404 BC. The War was a significant and devastating event that resulted in immense economic and military strains on both sides. It is studied by many for its historical significance and the lessons it provides on the impact of prolonged conflicts. The parallels between the Peloponnesian War and modern-day conflicts, particularly in relation to a Rising Power vis-à-vis a Declining Power, are often used to understand the power dynamics and strategic considerations in modern-day warfare. The focus of this study is to take the strategies implemented by the conflicting parties in the Peloponnesian War, with a sub-focus on the modern era, namely the conflict in the South China Sea as a form of hegemony over the Asia Pacific. This research was conducted using an interpretive qualitative analysis method which was carried out through a literature study until November 2024. This research attempts to take some lessons from the Peloponnesian War, especially as a reference for developing a comprehensive and effective defense strategy today, to be used by Indonesia and ASEAN countries with the hope of creating peace in the IndoPacific region.

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