A soldier and A scholar

A Soldier and A Scholar 24 - The Greek alliance forms

On this episode, Aric and Dr. Crawford look in on the Greek world forming an alliance to resist the oncoming Persian storm. Can they set aside their differences to face overwhelming odds in defense of western civilization ??

A Soldier and A Scholar 23 - Interbellum, SPARTAN STYLE

Dr. Crawford and Aric take a look at what was going on in Sparta  during the ten years in-between The Battle Of Marathon and the next invasion of Persia....and the answer is....A LOT !!! Mad kings fall, heroes rise, court intrigue and more of....Sparta being Sparta !!!1

A Soldier and A Scholar 22 - Interbellum - Athens

In this episode we study the chaos, rivalry and backstabbing in Athens during the ten years between Marathon and the next Persian invasion....and boy was there plenty of it !!! 

A Soldier and A Scholar 21 - 10 year interbellum - Persia

Between Marathon and the next Persian invasion of Greece, ten years passed ! During this time, Persia was beset with the death of a great monarch, several rebellions, and the challenge of gathering man power and logistics of the greatest fighting force by volume seen for the next 6 centuries. 

A Soldier and A Scholar 20 - The impact and legends of Marathon

Aric and the good Doctor break down the impact of the battle of Marathon, its fallout, and some of the incredible stories and legends told by soldiers at the battle 

A Soldier and A Scholar 19 - The Battle of Marathon

We have finally arrived to the stuff of legend !!! Journey with us to a pivotal moment in the cradle of Western Civilization 
 
The Battle of Marathon 

A Soldier and A Scholar 18 - Persia returns, Eritrea and Naxos feel the heat

Persia crosses the Aegean sea once more to continue exacting revenge on the Greek world, this time at the expense of Eritrea and Naxos.....Clearing the path for a mainland invasion to seek their ultimate prize.....Destroying Athens. 

A Soldier and A Scholar 17 -The Empire Strikes Back...Persia invades Greece for the (second) first time

Aric and Dr. Crawford take a look at the start of Persia's revenge tour, and its confusing and arguably incorrect title as "the first" Persian invasion. 

A Soldier and A Scholar 16 - The Battle of Lade

The rebellion makes its final stand against the full might of a responding Persian empire.....What chance could they have?! Always remember....In the arc of history....Its not a sprint.....Its a Marathon. 

A Soldier and A Scholar 15 - The Ionian Revolt pt 1

Join your hosts as the Ionian War kicks off in style with Persian cities burning, big bribes being made, and one of the worst Father in Laws EVER !!!