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The Persian Expedition

Book • 2008
The Persian Expedition, also known as Anabasis, is Xenophon's firsthand account of the Ten Thousand Greek mercenaries who marched into Persia to support Prince Cyrus in his bid for the throne.

After Cyrus's death, the Greeks were betrayed and had to fight their way back to Greece, facing numerous challenges and battles along the way.

Xenophon's narrative provides valuable insights into ancient Greek culture and military tactics.

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