Ancient history

Which two battles show power and cleverness in defeating Persia?

1. The Battle of Marathon (490 BC):

- Athenian forces, led by the legendary general Miltiades, strategically used their superior training and discipline to defeat the much larger Persian army.

2. The Battle of Salamis (480 BC):

- The Greek navy, led by the Athenian admiral Themistocles, used a combination of cunning strategy, narrow straits that hindered Persian ships, and deception to win a decisive victory against the Persian fleet.