Histories

Now you are rich in power, and as lord of Sicily [14,37.5] (region), Italy, Europe Sicily you rule what is not the least part of Greece [22,39] (nation), EuropeHellas; therefore, we beg of you, send help to those who are going to free Greece [22,39] (nation), EuropeHellas, and aid them in so doing. The uniting of all those of Greek stock entails the mustering of a mighty host able to meet our invaders in the field. If, however, some of us play false and others will not come to our aid, while the sound part of Greece [22,39] (nation), EuropeHellas is but small, then it is to be feared that all Greek lands alike will be destroyed.

Do not for a moment think that if the Persian defeats us in battle and subdues us, he will leave you unassailed, but rather look well to yourself before that day comes. Aid us, and you champion your own cause; in general a well-laid plan leads to a happy issue.”