Battle of Marathon, Historic battle site in Greece
The Battle of Marathon marks a pivotal moment in the Greco-Persian Wars.
In 490 BC, the Athenians and Plataeans triumphed over the invading Persians.
The event inspired the modern-day marathon race.
A messenger is fabled to have run from the battlefield to Athens without stopping, leading to the marathon legend.
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First Persian invasion of Greece, Greco-Persian Wars
GPS coordinates
38.11806,23.97833
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August 31, 2026 11:55
