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Sounds,31 Jul 2026,61 mins

Greece vs. Persia: The Battle of Marathon (Part 2)

The Rest Is History

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Why DID the Battle of Marathon change the world so considerably? How DID the battle itself unfold? And, could the Athenians really triumph over the indomitable Persian Empire…? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the terrible Battle of Marathon, and its aftermath. _______ X: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson

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