Delve into Themistocles’ efforts to keep the Hellenic League united and his strategic manoeuvres to drive a wedge between the Persians and their Ionian allies. We also shed light on Xerxes' propaganda machine that sought to maintain Persian morale by downplaying their losses at Thermopylae.

As the Persian forces, guided by the Thessalian cavalry, sweep through Greece unopposed, we'll detail their ruthless destruction in Phocis and the legendary divine intervention that supposedly thwarted their attempt to sack Delphi. The narrative continues with the Persian advance into Boeotia and Attica, culminating in the brutal siege and destruction of Athens, fulfilling Xerxes' lust for vengeance. However, the campaign would continue and both sides now prepared for a maximum effort at sea.

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