CinemaOSSeries · 2002 · 1 Season

Rise and Fall of the Spartans

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Explores every aspect of Sparta's culture, lifestyle, history and legacy. Author Steven Pressfield reflects on the significance of the Battle of Thermopylae, where a force led by 300 Spartan warriors stalled the advance of a hundred-thousand-plus strong Persian army for nearly a week. Scholars explore the factors that drove the Peloponnesian city-state to strive for martial excellence. Ancient accounts explain how Sparta's warriors were trained and detail their prowess in battle.

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First aired
September 30, 2002
Last aired
September 30, 2002
Seasons
1
Episodes
2
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Season 1

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Starring
Edward Herrmann

Edward Herrmann

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Produced by
Melody Shafir

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