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The Battle of Marathon
Season 1, Ep. 4
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Episode 4: The Battle of Marathon
In this episode, we journey back to the shores of Marathon in 490 BC, where the fate of two ancient superpowers, Persia and Greece, converged. A force of citizen-soldiers, the Athenians, would meet the mighty Persian army, an event that would alter the trajectory of Western civilization.
On the Marathon plain, you'll witness one of the most pivotal battles in history. We'll dissect the strategies, leaders, and surprising elements that played a role in this epic confrontation. Learn about the legendary run of Pheidippides, the enduring symbol of endurance and spirit, which gave birth to the modern marathon.
Join us as we dig deep into the motivations, tactics, and repercussions of this iconic battle, through the lens of its protagonists and the socio-political landscape of that era.
Dive into the past with us in 'A History of the World, According to War'. Find the courage of the Athenians and the might of the Persian Empire in the Battle of Marathon
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