Before the Battle of Salamis, much of the Greek fleet wished to either return home or meet the Persian fleet in the open sea. Themistocles, the Athenian naval commander, warned them that this was a foolish move. When they still wouldn't listen, he threatened to take his fleet and people and settle is Siris in Italy. Without the Athenian navy, the Greeks would be at less than half strength, and so accepted Themistocles' plan.
However, what if they had refused? With Athens burned, Themistocles and the Athenians go on to settle in Italy. What would be the affects on history?
However, what if they had refused? With Athens burned, Themistocles and the Athenians go on to settle in Italy. What would be the affects on history?