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What was the Battle of Thermopylae?

What was the Battle of Thermopylae?

History for Kids / History's Not Boring: The Kids History Podcast vor 5 Monaten

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Get ready for the ultimate showdown in ancient history! Join Mira
and Finn as we travel back to 480 BCE to witness one of the most
incredible last stands ever! Imagine a small group of just 300
Spartan warriors facing off against a massive Persian army led by
the powerful King Xerxes. King Leonidas and his soldiers had to
make a big decision: give up or stand their ground? They chose to
fight! They defended a narrow mountain pass called the Hot Gates,
using their shields and incredible strength to hold back
thousands and thousands of soldiers. Even though they were
totally outnumbered, the Spartans refused to quit! Their courage
bought enough time for the rest of Greece to prepare their
defenses and save their homes. It’s a story filled with shiny
armor, secret mountain paths, and a king who never backed down!
Was it enough to stop the Persian empire? Tune in to find out how
these 300 heroes changed history forever! It is going to be
legendary!