The Persian Wars Flashcards
1
Q
Ionian Revolt - Ionians revolted against the Persians with the support of the Athenians and the Eretrians.
A
499 BC
2
Q
Mardonius’ campaign - didn’t successfully reach Athens, conquered Thrace, Macedonia and Thasos. Fleet destroyed in storm near Mount Athos
A
492 BC
3
Q
Darius demands Earth and Water - Aegina submitted, Athens and Sparta did not. Those who submitted were known as medisers
A
491 BC
4
Q
The Battle of Marathon
A
490 BC
5
Q
The Battle of Thermopylae
A
480 BC
6
Q
The Battle of Salamis
A
480 BC
7
Q
The Battle of Plataea
A
479 BC
8
Q
The Battle of Mycale
A
479 BC
