Shattered Timbers, Shattered Spears

The full force of Persia is directed against Greece. A fragile Greek alliance attempts to withstand the blow at the Battle of Thermopylae. Meanwhile, Themistocles maneuvers the resulting political fallout while making allies, old and new. We also examine the Spartan embrace of death and gain an appreciation for the floating demolition derby that was the Greek navy. This episode covers approximately 481 BC – 480 BC.

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A Greek trireme was reconstructed in 1987. Here is a short video though there is plenty out there on the topic. This is a unparalleled look in the Greek navy, check it out:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7da52cJLwW8