Battle of Salamis: Ancient Greece's Climactic Naval Battle With Persia

This documentary follows the clash between the Greek leader Themistocles and the Persian king Xerxes across two decisive engagements, the land battle of Marathon and the naval battle of Salamis. It reconstructs the strategy, courage and stakes of a conflict that helped shape the future of the Western world. Vivid history brings ancient Greece's fight for survival against the Persian Empire to life. A gripping watch for anyone drawn to military history and the ancient world. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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