Because the Spartans did not send help in time, the tiny city of Plataea sent 1,000 men to help the victorous force at this battle, which was preceded by capture of Ionia.
Because the Spartans did not send help in time, the tiny city of Plataea sent 1,000 men to help the victorous force at this battle, which was preceded by capture of Ionia. Thanks to the encircling force of the winners, the Persians under Darius were defeated decisively under the tactical leadership of Callimachus and Miltiades, who led the Athenians. The first major Greek victory in the Persian wars, for 10 points, name this 490 BCE battle, which would later give its name to a really long race.
Because the Spartans did not send help in time, the tiny city of Plataea sent 1,000 men to help the victorous force at this battle, which was preceded by capture of Ionia.
Battle of {Marathon}