Description

The Campaign of Plataea September, 479 B.C. is a historical account of the battle that took place in September of 479 B.C. between the Greeks and the Persians. Written by Henry Burt Wright and originally published in 1904, this book provides a detailed and comprehensive description of the events leading up to the battle, the tactics used by both sides, and the aftermath of the conflict.The book begins by setting the stage for the battle, describing the political and military landscape of ancient Greece and Persia at the time. It then delves into the specifics of the campaign, including the movements of the armies, the strategies employed by the commanders, and the various skirmishes and battles that took place leading up to the final showdown at Plataea.Wright's writing is clear and concise, making the complex military maneuvers and political machinations easy to understand. He also includes a number of maps and diagrams to help readers visualize the terrain and troop movements.Overall, The Campaign of Plataea September, 479 B.C. is an excellent resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history, military tactics, or the art of war. It provides a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in human history and the clash of cultures that defined it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.