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Themistocles and the Wooden Walls: How Athens Bet on the Sea
In the decade after Marathon, Athens faced the existential threat of a second Persian invasion under Xerxes. This episode zeroes in on Themistocles, the brilliant and controversial politician who persuaded Athens to bet everything on naval power. We explore his radical ship-building program funded by the Laurion silver mines, the creation of the largest fleet in Greek history, and the desperate strategy behind the 'wooden walls' oracle. We also examine the rivalries with Aristides, the internal debates at Athens, and the astonishing mobilization that set the stage for the decisive…
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