A behind-the-scenes look at the making of The First War for Western Civilization, exploring its captivating story, the d...

Sparta withdraws from the war against Persia. The new League of Greek Allies, Kimon made commander-in-chief, Battle of E...

The naval Battle of Salamis concludes, leading to the stabilization of Greek forces. This sets the stage for the final c...

At Thermopylae, Leonidas and his 300 Spartans hold off King Xerxes’ massive Persian army. Were their actions a suicide m...

The Great Persian Invasion of Greece led by King Xerxes, including the construction of bridges over the Hellespont and a...

The legendary Marathon Run, tales of war heroes, the dramatic downfall and redemption of Kimon's family through prison, ...

Events leading up to the Battle of Marathon, including the mystery of Marathon. Why did the Athenians call for help, the...

Sparta and its unique position in Greece. How Greece and Persia came into conflict. The Ionian Revolt, Kimon and Miltiad...

Our modern connection to this period and its importance to us here and now. Three major players: Athens, Sparta, and Per...