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Battle of Thermopylae Word Scramble

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The Battle of Thermopylae (480 BC) was a historic battle where a small Greek force fought against a much larger Persian army. This battle is known for its strategic significance and the courage displayed by the Greek soldiers.

  • Key detail 1: The Greek soldiers, led by King Leonidas of Sparta, held off the Persian army for several days at the narrow pass of Thermopylae.
  • Key detail 2: The Greek strategy at Thermopylae was to bottleneck the Persian army and use their superior fighting skills to their advantage.
  • Key detail 3: Despite being outnumbered, the Greek soldiers fought bravely and inspired future generations with their sacrifice.
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Spartans
The Spartans were well-known for their military prowess and bravery in battle.
Persians
The Persians, led by King Xerxes, invaded Greece in 480 BC, leading to the Battle of Thermopylae.
Leonidas
King Leonidas of Sparta led the small force of Greek soldiers at the Battle of Thermopylae.
Immortals
The Immortals were an elite fighting force in the Persian army during the Battle of Thermopylae.
Hot gates
The Hot Gates at Thermopylae were a narrow pass where the Greeks made their stand against the Persians.
Xerxes
King Xerxes of Persia was determined to conquer Greece and marched his army towards Thermopylae.
Phalanx
The Greek soldiers formed a phalanx formation to defend the pass at Thermopylae.
Thespians
A small contingent of Thespian soldiers fought alongside the Spartans at Thermopylae.
Ephialtes
Ephialtes, a local shepherd, betrayed the Greeks by revealing a hidden path to the Persians at Thermopylae.
Retreat
After learning of the betrayal, King Leonidas ordered a retreat from Thermopylae to save the remaining Greek forces.

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