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Pheidippides (Greek: Φειδιππίδης, Ancient Greek pronunciation: [pʰeː.dip.pí.dɛːs], Modern Greek: [fi.ðiˈpi.ðis]; "Son of Pheídippos") or Philippides (Φιλιππίδης) is the central figure in the story that inspired two modern sporting events, the marathon race and the Spartathlon.
Dec 6, 2016 · If Pheidippides had failed in his 300-mile ultramarathon, what has been called the most critical battle in history might have been lost. Thus was the battle ultimately waged and won at...
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Sep 30, 2021 · Pheidippides: is the ancient Greek marathon runner remembered for the wrong run? Every marathon that takes place today recalls the feats of a heroic messenger in ancient Greece, who ran not just 26 miles but 300 and accomplished this remarkable feat of endurance running in only three days. Pat Kinsella tells the legendary story of Pheidippides...
Learn about the ancient Greek messenger who ran from Marathon to Athens and died after the Battle of Marathon. Discover the true distance of his run and the events that led up to his heroic feat.
Nov 12, 2023 · Learn how Pheidippides, the legendary runner who inspired the marathon distance, ran over 300 miles from Athens to Sparta and back in 490 BC. Discover the historical sources, the mythical encounters, and the modern implications of his epic feat.
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Oct 26, 2010 · Pheidippides (or choose your favorite name for him) did exist, and he was a valiant, superfit distance runner-- hemerodromoi, as they were known in the Greek military--who did complete some...
May 16, 2023 · Legend has it that ancient Greek courier Pheidippides arrived in Athens in 490 B.C. bringing news of an incredible victory over the Persians—and inspiring the modern marathon.
