S1E4: Thermopylae - Hot Gates & Big Stakes

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This week we cover one of the most legendary last stands in all history, Thermopylae.  Xerxes and his colossal horde march on Greece to conquer and enslave.  Leonidas and his 300 Spartans lead a Greek force in the defense of the narrow pass of Thermopylae or the "Hot Gates".  Join us as we discuss the history, tactics, and "man love" that played a role in this bloody battle.

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This week we cover one of the most legendary last stands in all history, Thermopylae. Xerxes and his colossal horde march on Greece to conquer and enslave. Leonidas and his 300 Spartans lead a Greek force in the defense of the narrow pass of Thermopylae or the "Hot Gates". Join us as we discuss the history, tactics, and "man love" that played a role in this bloody battle.

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S1E4: Thermopylae - Hot Gates & Big Stakes

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