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The Athenians defeated a Persian army in the battle of Marathon. The Athenians were aided by a small contingent Plataeans (around 1000 of 10,000). The victory boosted the image and morale of the Athenians.
The Athenians had sent for help from Sparta. However, Sparta was having a religious festival, and were unable to come until a full moon. The Athenians had been waiting in the hills to avoid the Persian cavalry until the Spartan reinforcement arrived, but when they saw the Persian cavalry being embarked on their ships, they dashed down and defeated the unprotected inferior Persian infantry.
Having won, the Athenians realised the Persian cavalry was headed around the coast to attack Athens in their absence. The 9000 Athenian infantry ran back 26 miles over the hills to the city, and formed up in front of the city just as the Persian cavalry was being disembarked to ride up to the walls and be admitted by traitors opening the gates for them.
This is the origin of the marathon race of today, however the wimpish athletes of today don't run in sandals and armour. carrying shields and weapons as did the 9000 Athenian warriors.
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When did plutarch write the battle of marathon?
500 years after the battle of marathon
What was the battle of marathon over?
The battle of Marathon was a result of the Persians under King Darius the First to punish the Greeks for supporting the Ionian Revolt where Sardis had been burned after capture . The battle was essentially where the Greeks defeated a Persian punitive expedition that failed .
When did the Greeks win the battle of Marathon?
The Battle of Marathon was won by Athens and its ally Plataia in 490 BCE.
What was the effect did the athenian runner have on the battle of marathon?
"Nike!" The runner announced "Victory!" over the Persians at the battle of Marathon .
Why was the battle of marathon givin its name?
It took place on the Plain of Marathon.
What was the result of battle of marathon?
Its yuhr mothers name .... And last name yuhr fathers .... :]
When did plutarch write the battle of marathon?
500 years after the battle of marathon
What was the battle of marathon over?
The battle of Marathon was a result of the Persians under King Darius the First to punish the Greeks for supporting the Ionian Revolt where Sardis had been burned after capture . The battle was essentially where the Greeks defeated a Persian punitive expedition that failed .
2 pictures that represent the battle of Marathon?
Look up : Battle of Marathon by Brian Palmer Also type in picture battle of marathon
Where was the Ancient Greek battle of the marathon held?
The Ancient Greek Battle of Marathon(490B.C.) took place in the bay of marathon
In what year did the Battle of Marathon take place?
The Battle of Marathon took place in 490 BC. The battle took place in Marathon, Greece. It was a battle between the citizens of Athens, and the Persians.
When did the marathon happen?
The Battle of Marathon occurred in 490 BC .
What is the The Battle of Marathon?
The Battle of Marathon was the first attempt , and first defeat , by Persian forces to subjugate Greece . The Persians were defeated by the Athenians at Marathon , Greece .
When did the battle of marathon start?
The Battle of Marathon started in 490 BC. A couple years after the Persian Wars
Which happened first- battle of Marathon or battle of Platea?
Marathon 490 BCE. Plataea 479 BCE.
Was pan is the battle of marathon?
The presence of Pan , the mythological Greek god , at the Battle of Marathon was not recorded by historians .
When did the Greeks win the battle of Marathon?
The Battle of Marathon was won by Athens and its ally Plataia in 490 BCE.
