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Xerxes' Invasion of Greece: Strategy and Logistics
In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into the massive logistical undertaking behind Xerxes' invasion of Greece in 480 BCE. They explore the planning, supply chains, troop composition, and engineering marvels like the Hellespont bridges and the Athos canal. Learn about the role of the Persian navy, the contributions of subject peoples, and how Xerxes' grand army was sustained. The discussion also touches on Herodotus' figures versus modern estimates, the challenges of moving such a force, and the strategic decisions that led to Salamis. A must-listen for understanding how the Achaemenid Empire…
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