406 BC facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium BC |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 6th century BC – 5th century BC – 4th century BC |
| Decades: | 430s BC 420s BC 410s BC – 400s BC – 390s BC 380s BC 370s BC |
| Years: | 409 BC 408 BC 407 BC – 406 BC – 405 BC 404 BC 403 BC |
| 406 BC by topic | |
| Politics | |
| State leaders – Sovereign states | |
| Birth and death categories | |
| Births – Deaths | |
| Establishments and disestablishments categories | |
| Establishments – Disestablishments | |
| Gregorian calendar | 406 BC CDV BC |
| Ab urbe condita | 348 |
| Ancient Egypt era | XXVII dynasty, 120 |
| - Pharaoh | Darius II of Persia, 18 |
| Ancient Greek era | 93rd Olympiad, year 3 |
| Assyrian calendar | 4345 |
| Balinese saka calendar | N/A |
| Bengali calendar | −998 |
| Berber calendar | 545 |
| Buddhist calendar | 139 |
| Burmese calendar | −1043 |
| Byzantine calendar | 5103–5104 |
| Chinese calendar | 甲戌年 (Wood Dog) 2291 or 2231 — to — 乙亥年 (Wood Pig) 2292 or 2232 |
| Coptic calendar | −689 – −688 |
| Discordian calendar | 761 |
| Ethiopian calendar | −413 – −412 |
| Hebrew calendar | 3355–3356 |
| Hindu calendars | |
| - Vikram Samvat | −349 – −348 |
| - Shaka Samvat | N/A |
| - Kali Yuga | 2695–2696 |
| Holocene calendar | 9595 |
| Iranian calendar | 1027 BP – 1026 BP |
| Islamic calendar | 1059 BH – 1058 BH |
| Javanese calendar | N/A |
| Julian calendar | N/A |
| Korean calendar | 1928 |
| Minguo calendar | 2317 before ROC 民前2317年 |
| Nanakshahi calendar | −1873 |
| Thai solar calendar | 137–138 |
| Tibetan calendar | 阳木狗年 (male Wood-Dog) −279 or −660 or −1432 — to — 阴木猪年 (female Wood-Pig) −278 or −659 or −1431 |
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The year 406 BC was a time of important events in ancient history, especially in places like Greece, the Roman Republic, and Carthage. This year saw big battles, changes in leadership, and even the loss of famous thinkers.
Main Events of 406 BC
What Happened in Greece
In Sparta, a new leader named Callicratidas took charge of their navy. He replaced Lysander as the main admiral, or "navarch."
Meanwhile, the city of Athens won a major sea battle called the Battle of Arginusae. This was a big victory for them.
Aftermath of the Battle
After the Battle of Arginusae, there was a lot of anger in Athens. The Athenian general Theramenes led the complaints against eight generals who were in the battle. People were upset because these generals did not rescue the sailors who survived from the damaged ships. Because of this, the Athenian generals were held responsible and faced severe punishment.
Peace Offer Refused
After these events, Sparta tried to make peace with Athens. However, a powerful Athenian politician named Cleophon said no to their peace offer.
What Happened in the Roman Republic
The Siege of Veii
In the Roman lands, their army started a very long attack on the city of Veii. This attack, known as a siege, lasted for ten years!
What Happened in Carthage
Invasion of Sicily
The people of Carthage once again sent their armies to invade Sicily. They attacked a city called Agrigentum.
Illness in the Camp
During this invasion, a serious illness, like a plague, spread through the Carthaginian army camp. Sadly, their general, Hannibal Mago, died from this sickness.
Important People Who Died in 406 BC
- Euripides: A very famous playwright from Athens. He wrote many plays that are still studied today. He was born around 480 BC.
- Hannibal Mago: A general from Carthage who led their armies.
- Sophocles: Another famous playwright and politician from Athens. He was also known for his amazing plays. He was born around 495 BC.
- for more information, see Category:406 BC deaths.
See also
- In Spanish: 406 a. C. para niños
