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Pheidippides
The hero who inspired the marathon in 490 BC
Pheidippides was an ancient Greek messenger who, according to legend, ran from the battlefield of Marathon to Athens, a distance of about 40 kilometers (25 miles), to announce the Greek victory over Persia in 490 BC. Upon delivering the message, he reportedly collapsed and died. This tale inspired the modern marathon race.
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- First Release 27 September 2024
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