The Spartans were able to hold off the larger Persian army primarily due to their superior military training, discipline, and tactical prowess. At the Battle of Thermopylae, they utilized the narrow pass to neutralize the numerical advantage of the Persians, allowing their highly skilled hoplite soldiers to effectively engage in close combat. Additionally, the Spartans' determination and commitment to their way of life, combined with strategic alliances with other Greek city-states, helped bolster their defensive efforts. Their legendary stand became a symbol of courage and sacrifice against overwhelming odds.
from what i herd most Spartans where only 14 to 18 years old
Sparta most likely believed that they needed a strong army so that they could not be overthrown.
The Persian army refers to the military forces of ancient Persia, particularly during the Achaemenid Empire (c. 550–330 BCE). It was known for its diverse composition, including soldiers from various regions of the empire, and employed advanced tactics and strategies. The army was famous for its use of cavalry and archers, and it played a crucial role in expanding and maintaining the vast territories of Persia. Notable battles involving the Persian army include those against the Greeks during the Greco-Persian Wars.
It is unclear what you mean by "perisain army." If you are referring to the Persian army, then the Greeks, particularly the city-states of Athens and Sparta, joined forces to defeat the Persians in the Greco-Persian Wars. The exact composition of the allied forces varied depending on the specific battles, but the Greeks were successful in repelling the Persian invasions.
The Spartans were stronger, but Athens had a better trained army... I think. The Spartans were the "Navy Seals" of the Greek states. Roughest and toughest soldiers by far. But Athens was the best naval power of Greece.
Persians were way bigger than. Greek soldier and had better tools
Persians were way bigger than. Greek soldier and had better tools
The Spartans, alongside other Greeks were able to hold the Persians by fighting in the narrow pass of Thermopylae with the sea on one side and cliffs on the other. They were a…
Spartans suck
Thermopylae!
The Persian army went on to torch the city of Athens .
The Spartans did not 'follow' the Persians - they were part of a blocking force which delayed the Persian army for three days, and had no effect on the following two-year campaign which defeated the Persians at the battles of Salamis, Plataia and Mycale.
The Battle of Thermopylae .
as the Persians mass army conquered country after country there was more land and more soldiers willing to fight for the Persian empire it continued to be like that country after country....and that is how the Persian army get large:)
Why would the Spartans fight a Spartan army? At the pass of Thermopylae 300 Spartan heavy infantry and 2,100 Spartan light infantry were part of a Greek force of about 8,000 which fought a delaying action against a Persian army in 480 BCE.
At the Pass of Thermopylai a Greek force led by a Spartan king delayed the Persian army for three days.
The main Spartan army was kept at home to guard against a threatened Persian amphibious invasion.