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It was a holding action to force the Persian fleet to engage the Greek fleet in the hope of destroying it. The Greek fleet lost and was withdrawn. The force at Thermopylai was then also withdrawn.
Its significance is symbolic - when the withdrawal was ordered the Spartan contingent selflessly continued to hold the pass to the death to let the other Greek contigents escape.
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What was the importance of the battle of thermopylae?
It failed in its aim. Its importance was as a symbol of Greek resistance to foreign invasion.
What is the importance of Persian Wars and Thermopylae?
The Persian war ended Persian expansion to the west. Thermopylae was a minor tactical delaying action which failed.
How do you spell Thermopylae?
Thermopylae
Where was the pass at in which 300 Spartans died?
The narrow coastal pass of Thermopylae . August or September 480 BC
Is Thermopylae a city-state?
The answer is no Because Thermopylae is a battle not a city.
When was Leonidas at Thermopylae created?
Leonidas at Thermopylae was created in 1814.
Son of Darius victorious at Thermopylae?
Xerxes I, son of Darius I, was victorius at Thermopylae.
Was Phillip II the leader of battle of Thermopylae?
Leonidas I was the leader of Battle of Thermopylae.
When did the battle of thermopylae begin?
The Battle of Thermopylae occurred , approximately , August or September 480BC .
What time was the battle of thermopylae?
the battle of Thermopylae took place in August 480 bc
Who won the thermopylae?
Persians
Why did the Spartans comb their hair before the Thermopylae?
The Spartans combed their hair before the Battle of Thermopylae as a demonstration of their commitment to honor and valor. It was customary for Spartan warriors to present themselves with a well-groomed appearance, reflecting their readiness and pride in facing death. This act symbolized their belief in the importance of maintaining dignity, even in the face of overwhelming odds.
