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Part of the Trophy Column. 5th century BC. Archaeological Mu

Part of the Trophy Column. 5th century BC. Archaeological Mu


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Part of the Trophy Column. 5th century BC. Archaeological Mu

Part of the Trophy Column, built to commemorate the Battle of Marathon after the defeat of the Persians by the Athenians. 5th century BC. Archaeological Museum of Marathon. Greece

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Archaeological Athenian Athenians Attica Broken Capital Commemoration Commemorative Defeat Fragment Greeks Invasion Ionic Marathon Meter Nike Order Persian Persians Ruined Trophy Wars Greco Persian


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This photograph showcases a fragmented portion of the Trophy Column, a commemorative monument built by the Athenians in the 5th century BC to celebrate their legendary victory over the Persians in the Battle of Marathon. The battle, which took place in 490 BC, marked a pivotal moment in ancient Greek history, as it thwarted the Persian invasion of Greece and secured the city-state's independence. The Trophy Column, located in the Archaeological Museum of Marathon, stands as a testament to the Athenian triumph. The column, adorned with intricate Ionic order decorations, originally reached a height of approximately 10 meters. The fragment shown in the photograph features a broken capital, which once supported the column's upper structure. The capital is adorned with a frieze depicting the goddess Nike, the personification of victory, holding a palm branch and a wreath. The column's name derives from the trophies displayed on it, which represented the weapons and armor of the defeated Persians. The remains of the column, though now ruined, continue to captivate visitors with their historical significance and architectural beauty. The fragmented column serves as a reminder of the Greco-Persian Wars, a series of conflicts between the Greek city-states and the Persian Empire, which lasted from 499 to 449 BC. The Mesosporitissa, or Middle Stone, is another significant feature of the column, which is visible in the photograph. This stone was believed to have been used as a base for the column's upper section. The fragmented state of the column offers a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of ancient Greece, making it a must-see attraction for history and archaeology enthusiasts.

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