Ancient Soldier Gives Epic First-Hand Account of Ancient Warfare
Voices of the Past・2 minutes read
Cyrus led a combined Greek and Asiatic army against King ARA Xerxes, resulting in a successful battle where the Greek soldiers displayed courage and honor, ultimately routing the Persian forces. After Cyrus's death, the Greek army, unaware of his demise, salvaged supplies from the battlefield and returned home.
Insights
- Cyrus strategically organized the Greek and Asiatic forces for battle, showcasing his belief in the strength of Greek soldiers and utilizing a diverse array of troops, including hoplites, missile troops, chariots, and cavalry, under the leadership of arter gares.
- The Greek soldiers' unwavering spirit, demonstrated through their hymn to Apollo and successful routing of the Persian forces without casualties, highlights the crucial role of morale and honor in achieving victory on the battlefield, emphasizing the importance of intangible factors in military success.
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How did Cyrus prepare the Army for battle?
By arranging hoplites, missile troops, chariots, and cavalry.
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