STORY TIME: The Battle in the Thermopylae Pass – 300 Spartans vs. the Persian Empire
Description
It’s one of the most famous last stands in history — 300 Spartans, a narrow mountain pass, and the might of the Persian Empire.
In this Have To Know History – Story Time episode, I retell the legendary Battle of Thermopylae, where King Leonidas and his small Greek force held the line against Xerxes’ massive invading army.
But beyond the legend lies a deeper story — strategy, sacrifice, and how this desperate stand bought precious time for Greece to rally and change the course of history.
🏛️ What you’ll hear in this story:
The Persian invasion and Xerxes’ march through Greece
How geography turned Thermopylae into the perfect choke point
The bravery and sacrifice of Leonidas and his men
The traitor who revealed the hidden pass and sealed their fate
🎙️ This is Have To Know History – Story Time, where I bring ancient events to life through dramatic storytelling and classroom energy.
Thanks for listening — and remember, sometimes the smallest stand can change the world.
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