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Why did roman hold gladiator battles and chariot races?
Roman Emperors held gladiator battles and chariot races because they distracted the uneducated. They prevented revolts. They kept the poor entertained.
Why did the Athenians win the battle of Marathon?
They hung about in the hills around the Plain of Marathon, where the Persian cavalry could not get at them, for reinforcements from Sparta, and then saw the Persian cavalry being embarked on ships. so they ran down and defeated the inferior Persian infantry.
Why are the pyramids considered your heritage?
they are considered our heritage because they are part of the world heritage
Why did the Greeks fight the battle of Marathon?
This war was faught by the Greeks against the Persian Army because they wanted to conquer Athens and all of Greece. The war a Marathon was under the leadership of General Miltiades, who resisted and won the battle over the Persians. It is 26 miles from Marathon to Athens and thus the beginnings of the real marathons we enjoy today created by the one man who reached Athens stating that the Persian fllet was coming and they fought them back into the sea. Panayiotis Koukoumelis +++
How long did the Battle of Marathon last?
The battle of Marathon ended very shortly after it began when Persians tried to flee by retreating to ships and swimming in swamps. I believe it was less than 3 hours because it started in midday and ended when the sun was still shining in the sky. I'm no history expert, just trying to help.......
Ancient greek battles?
The Battle of Thermopylae and Marathon. The marathon we know today is because the runner from the battle ran all the way back to Athens which was twenty-six miles. These battles were against the Persians though.
Is a power ranger a warrior?
Yes, a Power Ranger would be considered a warrior because a warrior would be considered a soldier or a fighter. Power Rangers do fight in their battles for ground battles.
Where did the battle for Americans independence take place?
There were many battles but the most decisive battle was at Saratoga in 1777 because the British lost so many troops. But just a few of the important battles are Lexington, Concord, Bunker Hill, and Google the rest. The answer you might be looking for is Yorktown, because it was the last major battle of the Revolution in 1781.
Where did the battle for American's independence take place at?
There were many battles but the most decisive battle was at Saratoga in 1777 because the British lost so many troops. But just a few of the important battles are Lexington, Concord, Bunker Hill, and google the rest. The answer you might be looking for is Yorktown, because it was the last major battle of the Revolution in 1781.
Why is the London marathon called the London marathon?
Because it happens in London The one in Paris in called the Paris marathon
How far is the marathon and why is it that distance?
it is 26miles and its 26 miles because thats what a marathon is.
Is The Merchant of Venice a tragedy or a comedy?
The Merchant of Venice, despite its blatant antisemitism, is considered a 'romance' by top Shakespeare scholars because it has no decisive style as do most of Shakespeare's plays.
What are four sentences for the word marathon?
I will run the charity marathon to raise funds.He always wins the marathon.The marathon was cancelled due to icy weather.The cars were diverted because of the marathon.
Why was the marathon extended?
It was because the royal family wanted to see the end of the marathon from buckingham palace
Why is the London marathon 26.219miles?
Because it is the same distance as all other official marathon races.
Why was the marthon war named that?
The marathon war was named that because it took place on a plain of marathon.
Why is the Boston Marathon 26.2 miles long?
It's 26.2 miles long because that's how long a marathon is that's why it's called the Boston Marathon.
