669. Greece vs. Persia: The Battle of Marathon (Part 2)

Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook continue their series on the Greco-Persian Wars with a deep dive into the Battle of Marathon. They explore why this clash between the mighty Persian Empire and the outnumbered Athenians changed the world so profoundly. The episode recounts how the battle unfolded and asks whether the Greek victory was as miraculous as it seems. The aftermath and its consequences for Western civilization are also weighed.