Ancient Assassins (2014): S01E01 – The Sacred Band of Thebes

Introduction For Centuries, elite combat troops have been called upon to infiltrate, disrupt and destroy the enemy. “Ancient Assassins” illustrates the tactics of these highly trained killers. Outline In 371 BC, Sparta looks to crush the neighbouring nation of Thebes, but is shocked by just 300 soldiers known as the Sacred Band of Thebes. Ancient…

Andrew Marshall

06/08/2021

1–2 minutes

Assassination, History, Military Documentary, War

Introduction

For Centuries, elite combat troops have been called upon to infiltrate, disrupt and destroy the enemy. “Ancient Assassins” illustrates the tactics of these highly trained killers.

Outline

In 371 BC, Sparta looks to crush the neighbouring nation of Thebes, but is shocked by just 300 soldiers known as the Sacred Band of Thebes.

Ancient Assassins Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 26 November 2014.
Running time: 43 minutes.
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.

Video Link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJxs_3dcKPE