Hipponicus

Hipponicus is a name that appears in ancient Greek historical and literary sources, most notably as a figure associated with the Peloponnesian War. According to Thucydides, Hipponicus was an Athenian general and a prominent citizen. He is mentioned in relation to the battle of Oenophyta in 457 BCE, where he held command. Later, during the Peloponnesian War, Hipponicus is recorded as having died in the plague of Athens. His death is noted by Thucydides, who provides details about the devastating epidemic that struck the city. Apart from these military and civic roles, little is known about the personal life of Hipponicus. His contributions, though briefly documented, place him as an individual who participated in significant events of Athenian history during a turbulent period. The limited information available means that further details regarding his family, political affiliations beyond his military command, or his specific influence on Athenian policy remain largely speculative. His name primarily survives through the historical accounts of the era.