Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography, & More · Gary Arndt

The Battle of Salamis: The Naval Victory That Saved Ancient Greece

March 28, 2026·15 min·1 clip

Themistocles tricked Xerxes into entering the strait, where Persian ships were helpless against Greek triremes.

This episode details the Battle of Salamis in 480 BC, where the Greeks used strategy and deception to defeat the Persian Empire, preserving Greek civilization. It covers key figures like Themistocles and Aristides, the construction of the trireme fleet, and the battle's lasting impact on Athenian culture and politics.

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