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❓Thermopylae Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of the Battle

How well do you really know the Battle of Thermopylae?

This 20-question military history quiz goes beyond Leonidas and the 300, testing your knowledge of the Greek and Persian forces, commanders, terrain and the events of the three-day battle. Score 60% to pass — but expect a challenge.

Battle of Thermopylae, August 480BC - statue of Leonidas

⚔️ Battle of Thermopylae,
August 480 BC

The Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC is one of the defining battles of history. A small force of 300 Spartans, supported by allied Greek contingents, held back a much larger Persian force for several days and bought time for the Greek city states to coordinate their defence.