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Athens had not been a kingdom for half a millennium. Athens government was democratic, headed by ten Archons (magistrates). The army and navy were commanded by ten generals headed by the War Archon.
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When did the Greeks win the battle of Marathon?
The Battle of Marathon was won by Athens and its ally Plataia in 490 BCE.
Where was the battle of marathon set?
On the Plain of Marathon, 26 miles north of Athens.
Why did the battle of marathon fight?
Marathon was fought to keep the Persians from invading Athens.
Where did the battle of marathon occur?
On the Plain of Marathon, 26 miles nort of Athens,
Who were the Plataians in the battle of marathon?
They were allied to Athens and fought with them.
Which cities were involved in the battle of marathon?
Athens and Plataea .
Where was the battle of marathon held?
On the Plain of Marathon in the territory of Athens, 26 miles from the city.
In what year did the Battle of Marathon take place?
The Battle of Marathon took place in 490 BC. The battle took place in Marathon, Greece. It was a battle between the citizens of Athens, and the Persians.
What happen in 490 bc?
In 490 BC the Persion King Darius invaded Greece. He had planned to invade Greece and take over Athens, however; he lost at the battle of Marathon.
Who ran the original Marathon?
Pheidippides, a messenger from the Battle of Marathon to Athens.
What was the Persians army's first major defeat?
Their punitive expedition against Eretreia and Athens losing the battle of Marathon to the Athenian and Plataean armies.
What was at stake for people of Athens at the Battle of Marathon?
More land.
