What is also known as the Marathon Battle?

At the Battle of Marathon ?

  • A. the unexpected victory of the Athenians over the empire of Persian earned them great prestige and great confidence in their emerging democracy. B. the Athenians refused the help offered by the Spartans, were outmatched by the Persian army, and had to yield on the field of battle in disgrace. C. due to its hubris the Athenian army was slaughtered. D. the Athenians far outnumbered the Persians who underestimated the number of allies that would join Athens. I think the answer is A. but I'm a little unsure. Help please :)

  • Answer:

    Yes, you are right with A

SamonieS at Yahoo! Answers Visit the source

Was this solution helpful to you?

Other answers

A. but it worth noting that they were not alone. The Athenian army was joined by armies from several smaller city states, and they didn't fight the entire Persian force. The Spartan navy defeated the rest (which was technically "on loan" from Athens anyway).

Squidmaster

A. The Athenians were greatly outnumbered, and it was a Victory that helped change History, and make the world today.

JohnnieAstro

Related Q & A:

Just Added Q & A:

Find solution

For every problem there is a solution! Proved by Solucija.

  • Got an issue and looking for advice?

  • Ask Solucija to search every corner of the Web for help.

  • Get workable solutions and helpful tips in a moment.

Just ask Solucija about an issue you face and immediately get a list of ready solutions, answers and tips from other Internet users. We always provide the most suitable and complete answer to your question at the top, along with a few good alternatives below.