
TV ShowEndedDocumentary
Rise and Fall of the Spartans
Rating8.3/10
First Air2002
Seasons1
Episodes2
Votes3
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.
First Aired
September 30, 2002
Last Aired
September 30, 2002
Original Language
en
Popularity
1
Type
Documentary
Production Companies
Triage Entertainment


















