Battle of Marathon
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The Battle of Marathon took place in 490 BC during the first Persian invasion of Greece. It was fought between the citizens of Athens, aided by Plataea, and a Persian force commanded by Datis and Artaphernes. The battle was the culmination of the... Wikipedia
Location: Marathon
Start date: 490 BC
End date: 490 BC
part of: first Persian invasion of Greece, Greco-Persian wars