jan 1, 480 BC - The Battle of Salamis
Description:
When the city of Athens had to evacuate to the island of Salamis because of the Persian attacks, Persia thought they had won. Athens sent out a fake traitor to tell Persia where the Athenian navy was hiding. When Persia gets to the island of Salamis, they were expecting Athens to be unprepared. The Athenian navy was waiting for Persia and attacked. Persia lost the battle.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 480 BC
Now
~ 2507 years ago