The same thing was attempted by Pelopidas, but the despot was too quick for him, and he perished without succeeding in his effort.
Pelopidas, treacherously made prisoner by Alexander of Pherae, is rescued by Epaminondas.
Their tyranny proved insupportable, and was at last reduced to the dust by the Thebans under Pelopidas and Epaminondas.
Pelopidas and Epaminondas were both descended from ancient and worthy families.
It had the honour of producing two illustrious chiefs, Epaminondas and Pelopidas, and Pindar the celebrated poet.
