Curated OER
300 Spartans at the Battle of Thermopylae: Herodotus? Real History
Pupils are introduced to the importance of the Battle of Thermopylae. In groups, they compare and contrast letters from the leaders of both sides and also read a synopsis from a historian. They research how the people worked with the...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Herodotus
Excerpt from a commentary by Herodotus on the customs of the Persians.
PBS
The Battle of Plataea
Background and description of the Battle of Plataea. Does a good job of discussing the different versions of the battle presented by historians.