sep 1, 480 BC - The Battle of Thermopylae
Description:
During this battle, Persia attacks by land. Athens and Sparta meet Persia at a narrow path in the mountains. Greece uses a phalanx to block the path so Persia can't use their numbers. A traitor from Greece tells Persia about a secret path around the mountain so Persia can attack Greece from behind. A small group of 300 Spartans stay behind so the rest of Athens and Sparta can escape.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 1, 480 BC
Now
~ 2508 years ago