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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Herodotus Xerxes Invades Greece

For Students 9th - 10th
Fordham University provides a detailed account of Xerxes plans to invade Greece, the size of his army, his entry into Thrace and the attack on the Athenians.
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The Achaemenians

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the various kings of the Persian Empire and the battles they created to strengthen their empire.
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Bernard Suzanne: Plato's Dialogues: Xerxes, King of Persia

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive biography of King Xerxes, including quotes from him and Herodotus and information about his life, death and rule in Persia during 485 to 465 BC.