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Xerxes' Invasion of Greece
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41:41 - 48:08 (06:27)

Persian ruler Xerxes led a full invasion of Greece, marked by a canal dug for three to four years ahead of time. Historians debate whether it was a response to Greek rebellion or Greek propaganda.

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This podcast episode explores the perspective of the Persians on rebellion, and how they might have justified using more forceful measures when dealing with revolting populations.
41:41 - 44:14 (02:33)
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Persia
Summary

This podcast episode explores the perspective of the Persians on rebellion, and how they might have justified using more forceful measures when dealing with revolting populations. It acknowledges the challenge of fully understanding ancient Persian history and its context.

Chapter
Xerxes' Invasion of Greece
Episode
Show 58 - Kings of Kings III
Podcast
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
This episode talks about the second Persian invasion, which happened ten years after the Battle of Marathon, and was led by Xerxes the Great King, who prepared for several years and made the first invasion look insignificant.
44:14 - 48:08 (03:54)
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Persian Invasion
Summary

This episode talks about the second Persian invasion, which happened ten years after the Battle of Marathon, and was led by Xerxes the Great King, who prepared for several years and made the first invasion look insignificant.

Chapter
Xerxes' Invasion of Greece
Episode
Show 58 - Kings of Kings III
Podcast
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History