• The Battle of Thermopylae: 300 Spartans Against an Empire

  • Sep 13 2024
  • Length: 8 mins
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The Battle of Thermopylae: 300 Spartans Against an Empire

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  • Welcome to the first episode of 5 Minute Warfare. In this episode, we take you back to 480 BCE, where one of history's most legendary last stands took place at the Battle of Thermopylae. Facing the overwhelming might of the Persian Empire, 300 Spartans, led by King Leonidas, alongside a small Greek force, defied impossible odds and held the narrow pass for three days. Their courage, strategy, and sacrifice became a symbol of heroism and resistance, echoing through the centuries. Join us as we unpack the story behind this epic clash of empires.

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