The Battle of Marathon (490 BC) — How 10,000 Greeks Stopped the Persian Empire

The Battle of Marathon (490 BC) was one of the most decisive battles in ancient history. When the vast Persian Empire under Darius I attempted to invade Greece, a small Athenian army faced overwhelming odds on the plains of Marathon.

This historical documentary explores the rise of the Persian Empire, the divided Greek city-states, and the brilliant strategy of Miltiades that led to an unexpected victory.

Discover how 10,000 Greek hoplites defeated the Persian army and changed the course of Western history.

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Chapters

00:00 Rise of the Persian Empire
01:12 King Darius I
02:40 Greek City-States
04:10 Persia Turns Toward Greece
05:32 Road to Marathon
07:10 Strategy of Miltiades
09:05 The Battle Begins
11:48 Persian Defeat
13:10 Legacy of Marathon

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