🚀 Did you know 300 Spartan warriors held a narrow pass against the colossal Persian army for three days?

In this short episode, we explore the legendary Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. We dive into the events that solidified the Spartan sacrifice as a timeless symbol of courage, duty, and defiance against overwhelming odds.

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• Why did the massive Persian Empire, under King Xerxes I, invade Greece in 480 BC? ⚔️
• Why was the narrow mountain pass of Thermopylae chosen as the Greek stand against the enemy? ⛰️
• Who betrayed the Greeks, allowing the Persians to flank the defenders and win the battle? 🐍

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📊 Level: Intermediate / B1-B2
🔑 Keywords: Thermopylae, Spartans, Leonidas, Persian War, Ancient Greece