300 Spartans at the Battle of Thermopylae: Herodotus' "Real" History
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In this lesson from EDSITEment, students learn about the historical background to the Battle of Thermopylae on which the movie "300" is based, through readings from the first historian, Herodotus. They are asked to ponder some of the battle's legacy, including how history is reported and interpreted from different perspectives.
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Grade: 9 to 12
Topics: History-Social Science, World History
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Teaching Method: Simulation; Discussions