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Greco -Persian wars

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What was the cassus belli of Greco-Persian war?

The Greek city states helped Ionians to rebel against Persians in 499.

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Where was the battlefield between Athens and Persia?

In Marathon, 26,2 miles from Athens

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Who were the Persian and Athenian leaders?

Persian Darius and Datis, Athenian Miltiades.

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Who won the battle of Marathon?

The Athenians.

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What is the connection between Marathon battle and sport?

A courier ran 26,2 miles /42 km/ to Athens to tell the news of victory.

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Who was Pheidippides?

The courier who ran from Marathon to Athens to tell the good news that the Greeks won.

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Who were the hoplites?

Greek infantries, who had shield, spear, sword and helmet.

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Who were the immortals?

Persian infantries, who had shield, spear, bow and arrows.

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What was the phalanx?

Military form of hoplites making rows to defend and attack.

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What was Darius famous for?

For his treasure. He was the richest king at his time.

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What happened in 492?

Darius wanted to attack Greece, but the storm destroyed his navy. He wipped the sea.

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When was the Marathon battle?

In 490 BC.

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