Battle of Thermopylae

The Battle of Thermopylae was a legendary clash fought in 480 BC between an alliance of Greek city-states, led by King Leonidas of Sparta, and the massive Persian army under King Xerxes. This iconic battle took place at the narrow coastal pass of Thermopylae, where a small Greek force bravely held off overwhelming Persian numbers for three days. Renowned for its display of valor, sacrifice, and strategic defense, the Battle of Thermopylae remains a powerful symbol of courage and resistance against tyranny in Western history.