On April 8, 1820, a Greek farmer named Yorgos Kentrotas made one of the most significant archaeological finds in modern history: the Venus de Milo, an ancient Greek sculpture that has since become a universal symbol of classical beauty and artistic excellence. Buried in…
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The Battle of Marathon, fought on September 12, 490 BC, is one of the most significant military engagements in ancient history. This clash between the Athenian forces, supported by the small city-state of Plataea, and the invading Persian army marked a turning point in…
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On July 21, 356 BC, a madman set one of the ancient Wonders of the World ablaze. The Burning of the Temple of Artemis was a devastating event in Greece that has been lamented by historians over the millennia. This magnificent temple, dedicated to…
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