Book 2, A History of My Times : Chapter 2, Book 2 Summary and Analysis

Another feature that was introduced in the previous book was the original 'trophy.' These were devised on the spot to make special observance of certain victories. Often they were built from stacks of the enemy's shields and the like, perhaps on some high ground. These things are done in a minority of cases when there is the time and the surrounding circumstances all conspire to make it achievable.

The second book begins with a war that has been waging for 25 years and a serious funding issue. In this case, the sailors were granted pay. Much of the year, at a place called Chios they were able to live at least tolerably well. While not at war, they found work in the area. In reality, the winter...