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The Battle of Marathon was significant as it marked the start of the Persian wars. The war started when Athens gave support to the Ionian Rebels. The image shows the brilliant tactic that the Athenians employed against the Persians. -
The Battle of Thermopylae occurred 10 years after the Battle of Marathon. This battle was significant as it led to the complacency of Xerxes, and ultimately led to Persia losing the war. The picture shows the type of ship they used during the war. -
The Battle of Salamis is significant as it was the final battle that took place in the war. The Athenians were forced to retreat to Salamis, the island off the coast of Athens. Due to the false information Themistocles sent out, Xerxes grew complacent as he ordered the ships towards Salamis. The Athenians made a swift advancement towards the enemy fleet, confusing the untrained men in the Persian ships. They sunk 200 ships while losing 40. The image shows the narrow strait from the sky. -
The Delian League was the result of the Athenians winning the war. The Delian League was made as a collective effort to fight against the Persians. This was significant as the alliance provided Athens a way to dominate over the other 149 States. The image shows all the states that are part of the League