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Rise and Fall of the Spartans  (2002)
2 episodes | 1 seasons


8.3|30 Sept, 2002| min
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Explores every aspect of Sparta's culture, lifestyle, history and legacy. Author Steven Pressfield reflects on the significance of the Battle of Thermopylae, where a force led by 300 Spartan warriors stalled the advance of a hundred-thousand-plus strong Persian army for nearly a week. Scholars explore the factors that drove the Peloponnesian city-state to strive for martial excellence. Ancient accounts explain how Sparta's warriors were trained and detail their prowess in battle.
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Season 1 (2002)2
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historical
military
ancient greece
sparta greece

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Edward Herrmann
Edward Herrmann
Narrator (voice)

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Melody Shafir
Producer

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