Thermopylae 480 BC: The Most Unequal Battle in History
(Soft Cover)
Product Code: SS7001

Overview
Great Battles of the World;

By Belezos and Kotoulas.

The definitive history of the fabled battle at the pass of
Thermopylae. For 2 and 1/2 days Spartan King Leonidas lead his
300 along with a contingent of Thespians against the massive
Persian army of Xerxes I. In addition to the contest on land,
coverage extends to the important naval battle pitting Greek
triremes against the Persian fleet at Artemisium, protecting
Leonidas' flank and setting the tone for the decisive Greek
victory at Salamis. Symbol of heroic devotion, victory, defeat or
senseless sacrifice - this book presents all the facts as never
before to define one of the most significant events in Western
civilization. Amply illustrated with photos, maps and color
plates to create a panorama of the men, equipment and the world
they fought in. Written in Greece and expertly translated into
English, includes glossary; 100 pages.