Ten Great Events in History
Written in the late 19th century by James Johonnot, 'Ten Great Events in History' is a historical account that examines significant moments where individuals or groups confronted tyranny. The book begins with a detailed exploration of ancient Greece's resistance against Persian oppression, highlighting the Battle of Marathon and key figures like Miltiades. It emphasizes themes of freedom and resistance, illustrating how these events shaped societal and cultural advancements throughout history.
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“the battle of Marathon, and the victory of Miltiades,””
— James Johonnot
“A Spartan force, on its way to join the Athenians, arrived too late to take part in the battle, and they quietly returned home.””
— James Johonnot
“Six thousand four hundred Persian dead remained on the plain, while the Greek loss was one hundred and ninety-two. 14.””
— James Johonnot
“It is said that belief in the remarkable fulfillment of a dream brought hope once more to the disheartened crusaders.””
— James Johonnot
“At length the scattered armies reunited for the siege of Antioch toward the end of October, 1097.””
— James Johonnot
“The siege of Nice””
— James Johonnot
“Nice and that of Antioch.””
— James Johonnot
“conquest of Palestine by the Turkish hordes in 1065. But recently converted to Moslemism, and therefore more rude and fanatical than the other Mohammedans, these Turks wreaked their vengeance on all alike”
— James Johonnot
“when we celebrate the birth of our own country, we should ever keep in mind the desperate struggle at Marathon, and the valor of Miltiades and his Greek soldiery.””
— James Johonnot
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