036 The Marathonomachoi
In this episode, we discuss the events leading up to the first Persian invasion of Greece (in 490 BC), including both sides preparations for war, shifting alliances amongst the Greeks and Persians, and regnal squabbles at Sparta; the Battle of Marathon itself and its aftermath; the folklore that surrounded the battle afterwards; the ongoing military feud between the Athenians and Aeginetans; and the internal political happenings at Athens during the 480s BC
Show Notes: http://www.thehistoryofancientgreece.com/2017/03/036-marathonomachoi.html
Intro by Roxanne of the Mythology Translated Podcast
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