Battle of Thermopylae
battle of 480 BCE during Persian invasion of Greece
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The Battle of Thermopylae was a famous clash in 480 BCE where Greek forces fought against the invading Persian army at a narrow mountain pass. Though the Greeks were eventually defeated, their brave stand became a legendary symbol of resistance and had significant impact on the course of the Persian invasion.
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- Léonidas aux Thermopyles (Jacques-Louis David).PNG
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- Battle of Thermopylae
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- 0480-07-00
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Belligerents
Allied Greek city-states • Sparta • Thespiae • Thebes • Others Achaemenid Empire Commanders and leaders