How Greek city-state alliances defeated Persia

Greek cities had to work together to defeat Persia

Greek victory over the much larger Persian Empire depended on alliances between city-states. They shared resources and split military jobs among themselves in ways that no single Greek city could have managed alone.

The Confederacy’s own declarations identified slavery as a cause of secession

Several Southern states explicitly defended slavery when explaining why they left the United States in 1860–1861. Mississippi declared that its position was closely tied to the institution. These contemporary documents are direct evidence against the later claim that slavery had little to do with secession.

The Colosseum could clear crowds in minutes

Its 80 numbered entrances stood at ground level. Passageways led spectators to their assigned seats, and the building could be emptied within minutes after an event or during an emergency.

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How Greek city-state alliances defeated Persia

Greek cities had to work together to defeat Persia

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