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The Immortals and the Arrows: Achaemenid Warfare Tactics
While previous episodes have detailed the administrative brilliance of Darius I and the elite status of the Immortals, this episode turns to the battlefield itself. We explore how the Achaemenid army combined massed infantry with devastating ranged attacks at key engagements like Marathon and Plataea. Lucas breaks down the specific tactical formations used by Persian archers and cavalry, contrasting them with the Greek hoplite phalanx. Luna asks probing questions about the reliability of Greek sources versus archaeological evidence, leading us into a discussion of the Royal Road’s role in…
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