Nicias--The End

The End of Nicias



Nicias was captured, and all the rest of the generals as well. The Sycrusians wanted to kill all the generals, but a message was sent to them enabling them to kill themselves with the help of the guards. The rest of the Athenians were sent to work in the quarries, but some were thought to be servants, and were sold as slaves. But their orderly conduct was a great help to them, and many were set free for it, or gained to respect of the masters they staid with. Many were set free because they recited some of a famous poet's poetry, that was much in demand among the Sycrusians.

I would rather be sold as a slave, because the people in the quarries only got a pint of barley for food, and a little water. Also, I might be set free if I knew any poetry.

The End!
 Bell