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Thermopylae 480 Bc
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Author : Nic Fields
language : en
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Release Date : 2007-11-20
Thermopylae 480 Bc written by Nic Fields and has been published by Osprey Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-11-20 with History categories.
Osprey's study of the most epic battles of the Greco-Persian Wars (502-449 BC). Thermopylae resonates throughout history as a battle involving extreme courage and sacrifice. It was in this rocky pass in northern Greece that Leonidas, king of the Spartans and commander-in-chief of the Greek force, delayed the Persian hordes for three days against overwhelming odds. Finally overcome by treachery, the remaining Spartans refused to retreat in the face of inevitable defeat, being slaughtered by the elite Persian 'Immortals' down to the last man. Nic Fields vividly describes the battle for the narrow gateway to southern Greece as the combined Greek forces held off the army of Xerxes and Leonidas's sacrifice bought time for the retreat and tactical and political regrouping that would save Greece. Full color artwork, detailed maps and dramatic battle scenes complement clear and authoritative text to provide an in-depth analysis of one of the most famous acts of sheer courage and defiance in the face of overwhelming odds in history. Related Titles 978 1 84176 000 1 CAM 108 Marathon 490 BC 978 1 85532 659 0 ELI 66 The Spartan Army 978 1 84176 358 3 ESS 36 The Greek and Persian Wars 499-386 BC
Thermopylae 480 Bc
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Author : Dimitris Belezos
language : en
Publisher: MMD-Squadron Signal
Release Date : 2007
Thermopylae 480 Bc written by Dimitris Belezos and has been published by MMD-Squadron Signal this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Greece categories.
The definitive history of the fabled battle at the pass of Thermopylae. For 2 and 1/2 days Spartan King Leonidas lead his 300 along with a contingent of Thespians against the massive Persian army of Xerxes I. In addition to the contest on land, coverage extends to the important naval battle pitting Greek triremes against the Persian fleet at Artemisium, protecting Leonidas' flank and setting the tone for the decisive Greek victory at Salamis. Symbol of heroic devotion, victory, defeat, or senseless sacrifice; this book presents all the facts as never before to define one of the most significant events in Western civilization. Amply illustrated with photos, maps and color plates to create a panorama of the men, equipment and the world they fought in.
The Battle Of Thermopylae
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Author : Rupert Matthews
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2021-06-11
The Battle Of Thermopylae written by Rupert Matthews and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-11 with History categories.
'Tell the Spartans, stranger passing by, that here obedient to their laws we lie.' One of the most remarkable actions in ancient or modern military history took place at Thermopylae in 480BC. Rupert Matthews has personally examined the battlefield in order to try to explain how 300 Spartans could hold at bay the hordes of the Persian Emperor Xerxes. This was no vain sacrifice; the delay gave breathing space for the Greek states to organise their defence, and ultimately defend successfully their homelands. Among other intriguing revelations the author explains the importance of the half-ruined wall that sheltered the Spartans against the onslaught. With concise diagrams and maps of the entire campaign, the reader can begin to understand the extraordinary, apparently impossible outcome of the war.
The Battle Of Thermopylae
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Author : 50 minutes
language : en
Publisher: 50Minutes.com
Release Date : 2016-04-26
The Battle Of Thermopylae written by 50 minutes and has been published by 50Minutes.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-26 with History categories.
Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the events of The Battle of Thermopylae in next to no time with this concise guide. 50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of The Battle of Thermopylae. In 480 BC, the Persian Empire was preparing to attempt another invasion of Greece. Determined to fight against them, Leonidas I raised an army of several thousand men. Both forces headed to the narrow pass of Thermopylae, where the future of Greece was decided in one fell swoop. In just 50 minutes you will: • Understand the political and social context that preceded the battle and led to the eruption of the Second Median War • Identify the main commanders and leaders that directed the Spartans, Persians and Greeks • Analyse the outcome of the battle and the military and political consequences this had for the countries involved ABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture 50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.
Thermopylae
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Author : Paul Cartledge
language : en
Publisher: MacMillan
Release Date : 2006
Thermopylae written by Paul Cartledge and has been published by MacMillan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with History categories.
In this brilliant examination of one of civilizations greatest stands, Cartledge illuminates how the confrontation between a huge army and a small group of defenders in 480 B.C. changed the way that generations would come to think about courage, combat, and death.
Thermopylae
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Author : Chris Carey
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2019-08-29
Thermopylae written by Chris Carey and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-08-29 with History categories.
During the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC, a Greek force of approximately 7,000 faced the biggest army ever seen in the Greek peninsula. For three days, the Persians—the greatest miltary force in the world—were stopped in their tracks by a vastly inferior force, before the bulk of the Greek army was forced to retreat with their rear guard wiped out in one of history's most famous last stands. In strict military terms it was a defeat for the Greeks. But like the British retreat from Dunkirk or the massacre at the Alamo, this David and Goliath story has taken on the aura of success. Thermopylae has aquired a glamour exceeding the other battles of the Persian Wars, passing from history into myth, and lost none of that appeal in the modern era. In Thermopylae, Chris Carey analyses the origins and course of this pivotal battle, as well as the challenges facing the historians who attempt to seperate fact from myth and make sense of an event with an absence of hard evidence. Carey also considers Thermopylae's cultural legacy, from it's absorbtion into Greek and Roman oratorical traditions, to its influence over modern literature, poetry, public monuments, and mainstream Hollywood movies. This new volume in the Great Battles series offers an innovative view of a battle whose legacy has overtaken it's real life practical outcomes, but which showed that a seemingly unstoppable force could be resisted.
300 Heroes
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Author : Terri Dougherty
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 2009
300 Heroes written by Terri Dougherty and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Greece categories.
"Describes events before, during, and after the battle of Thermopylae, including key players, weapons, and battle tactics"--Provided by publisher.
Beyond The Gates Of Fire
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Author : Philip de Souza
language : en
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Release Date : 2013-05-19
Beyond The Gates Of Fire written by Philip de Souza and has been published by Casemate Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-05-19 with History categories.
The Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC is one of the most famous battles in history. The heroism of the 300 Spartans who opted to remain behind to face the full might of the Persian host while their Greek allies made good their escape has become the stuff of legend. The story still inspires novelists and film-makers today (Frank Miller's fanciful 300 was a huge hit in 2007 and the film rights to Steven Pressfield's more historical novel Gates of Fire were bought by George Clooney, the film expected to finally surface in 2011 or 2012). But what is the truth behind the legends and why was this bloody defeat immediately accorded a halo of glory that has endured for nearly two-and-a-half millennia?Beyond the Gates of Fire brings together experts on the classical period from Australia, New Zealand and the United States to take a fresh look at various aspects of the battle. A substantial introductory section by the editors outlines the background to the conflict as well as the arms, armor and fighting styles of the opposing sides. The following chapters (9 of them) then discuss such questions as whether the defense of the pass really was a suicide mission; the exact topography of the battlefield itself in 480 BC, using the latest geological research and core samples; the impact of the battle on the Greek psyche; commemoration of the war dead; the impact of the original battle on the conduct of later battles in the pass, right up to the German invasion of 1941. For the classical scholar or the general reader whose interest has been piqued by the popular books and films, this book is sure to shed refreshing new light on the most famous last stand in history.
Thermopylae 480 B C E
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Author : P. Percival
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2012-02-22
Thermopylae 480 B C E written by P. Percival and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-22 with categories.
In the year 2550 C.E. (Christian Era), students must take two trips to the past - called History Camp, as a prerequisite to entering the university. Edyth West is chosen to go as monitor to classmate, Geoff Adams. She is disguised as a runaway slave - and a boy, Hermes. Edyth arrives in Hellas and waits for Geoff. When he arrives, he believes her to be who and what she tells him: she is on her way to Sparta, and believes her former owner will never think to look for her there. Geoff convinces her to let him go with her, since he doesn't know the way. He wants to join Leonidas's army and go with them to Thermopylae. Two days later, on their way they meet King Leonidas, his close friend - the fearles and feared warrior Achilles, and Diomed, a Hoplite, also on their way to Sparta. Achilles decides that althought he has always refused to own a slave, this little one, Hermes, will be perfect for him. He forces Geoff to sell Edyth to him. She is horrified. How can she help Geoff if she's a slave? However, this change of fortune for Edyth places her in a position to overhear all the plans to fight Xerxes. Not only does she know the plans, but she goes with the army to Thermopylae. In addition to the influential Greeks you meet, you will also meet Xerxes, King of Persia, Africa, and Asia Minor. He is on his way to conquer not only Hellas, but after that, all the known world. With him is Mardonius, a cousin and also commander of his army; Artabanus, an uncle of both Xerxes and Mardonius; and the lovely Artemesia, Queen of Caria, who is a very capable commander of five ships that have joined Xerxes' navy. Join these two as they are there - at the Battle of Thermopylae, 480 B.C.E.
Thermopylai
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Author : G. J. Szemler
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Thermopylai written by G. J. Szemler and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with History categories.